Prime Minister of India - Dr. Manmohan Singh

PM condoles the passing away of Satguru Jagjit Singh

The Prime Minister has condoled the passing away of  Satguru Jagjit Singh, the head of the Namdhari sect of Sikhs.  In  a message to Mata Har Chand Kaur Jee, Dr. Mamnmohan Singh said that in the passing away of the Satguru Jagjit Singh millions have lost their spiritual guide. The Satguru's message of peace and brotherhood  will continue to show us the way forward he added.  

The text of the Prime Minister's message is as follows:

"I received the news of Satguru Jagjit Singh's passing away with deep sorrow and a sense of loss. 

Satguru's teachings were based on the timeless principle of respect for all religions. His was a simple life devoted to the service of others. He was a source of guidance, inspiration and solace to millions. He was also a renowned musician, well versed in rare and original ragas, who worked to preserve the traditions of Indian classical music.

I convey my heartfelt condolences to you, the near and dear ones of Satguru and to his countless followers on this sad occasion."