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Celebrations begin in the early morning (Amrit Vela, around 4-5 AM) with Prabhat Pheri (dawn procession). The Akhand Path (48-hour continuous reading of Guru Granth Sahib) concludes on this day. Main celebrations continue throughout the day at Gurdwaras.
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Rise during Amrit Vela (pre-dawn, around 4 AM). Join the Prabhat Pheri — a community procession through the neighbourhood singing shabads (devotional hymns) from Guru Granth Sahib. The Nishan Sahib (Sikh flag) leads the procession.
Recite the complete Japji Sahib, the morning prayer composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji. This is the opening composition of Guru Granth Sahib and encapsulates the core spiritual teachings. Recite with focus on the Mool Mantar.
Visit the Gurdwara for darshan. Participate in the special Kirtan (devotional singing) programmes. Listen to katha (discourse) about Guru Nanak's life, travels (Udasis), and teachings. Bow before Guru Granth Sahib with reverence.
Attend the Bhog (completion ceremony) of the Akhand Path — the 48-hour non-stop reading of the entire Guru Granth Sahib that was started two days before. This culminates with Ardas (congregational prayer) and Hukamnama (divine command from a random opening of the scripture).
Participate in sewa (selfless service) at the Gurdwara or community. Help prepare and serve Langar (community kitchen meal) to all, regardless of caste, creed, or status. This is the central practice honouring Guru Nanak's teaching of equality.
In the evening, light lamps and candles at home and at the Gurdwara in celebration. Gurdwaras and homes are illuminated with lights (similar to Diwali). Attend the Rehras Sahib (evening prayer). Share sweets, especially Karah Prasad, with all visitors and neighbours.