Today, as part of the three-day series of programs dedicated to the 122nd birth anniversary of Bhagat Puran Singh Ji, founder of Pingalwara, the second day’s event featured a cultural program presented by the residents of Pingalwara and students from various schools of Bhagat Puran Singh Group of Schools. The performances highlighted Bhagat Puran Singh Ji’s deep concern for environmental conservation.
Renowned children’s literature writer and eminent literary figure S. Kamaljit Singh Neelon attended the event as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by noted litterateur Sant Singh Sohal. Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar, MLA Amritsar and President of Chief Khalsa Diwan, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.
The program commenced with a Gurbani Shabad rendered by the children of **Bhagat Puran Singh Special School, Manawala**. Thereafter, the distinguished guests inaugurated the cultural program by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
On this occasion, students of Bhagat Puran Singh Adarsh Senior Secondary School, Manawala presented a highly impactful play titled “Nature Versus Humanity”, depicting the current environmental crisis. The play not only enhanced the audience’s understanding of the need to protect the environment but also captivated everyone present through the students’ remarkable performance.
Students of Bhagat Puran Singh School for the Deaf presented a choreography emphasizing the importance of water, trees, and other natural resources in sustaining the environment. This was followed by a poem dedicated to Bhagat Puran Singh Ji, recited by Pingalwara residents Kamla and Indra. Residents of Pingalwara’s Pandori Branch also delivered an impressive presentation on environmental protection and tree conservation, earning enthusiastic appreciation from the audience.
In his address, Kamaljit Singh Neelon praised the children for their outstanding performances and remarked that words were insufficient to express his admiration for the high standard of the program. He stated that he was deeply impressed by the humanitarian services being rendered by Pingalwara.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that the humanitarian service being carried out by Bhagat Puran Singh Ji and Dr. Inderjit Kaur, Mukh Sewadar of Pingalwara, is unparalleled. He emphasized that if we truly love humanity, we must also love and protect the environment. He warned that if humans continue to exploit nature recklessly, they will ultimately jeopardize their own existence. He further remarked that Pingalwara serves as a model from which one can learn the true meaning of compassion and service to humanity. He described Pingalwara as a beacon of light for the world.
On this occasion, Gurinder Singh and Ravinder Singh of Printwell also attended as special guests and were honoured by the institution.
Expressing gratitude to the guests,Dr. Inderjit Kaur, Mukh Sewadar of Pingalwara*, stated that as early as 1927, Bhagat Puran Singh Ji had begun warning society about the future degradation of the environment. The concerns he raised at that time are proving true today, yet humanity is still not giving the issue the serious attention it deserves. She observed that modern society has become increasingly obsessed with wealth and power.
She also sought a pledge from the audience that, in recognition of Bhagat Puran Singh Ji’s concern for environmental protection, a commemorative coin should be released during the centenary celebrations dedicated to environmental awareness. She reiterated that Pingalwara has always worked and prayed for the welfare of all humanity.
The program concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.
