India, Nov. 24 -- justify;">The Punjab government will mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur with a series of state-wide public welfare initiatives on 25 November, the concluding day of a three-day congregation being held at Sri Anandpur Sahib from 23 to 25 November. The programmes planned for the final day combine religious observances with campaigns focused on public health, environmental protection and social awareness.

The day will begin with the bhog (conclusion) of the Akhand Path Sahib at Sri Anandpur Sahib, in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The Akhand Path, a continuous three-day recitation that started on 23 November, is being held in memory of Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom. The bhog will forma...