Harish Rawat's Gesture of Atonement at Gurdwara

Congress leader Harish Rawat visited a gurdwara in Aadhat Bazaar to atone for remarks made by Harak Singh Rawat against the Sikh community. Harish participated in 'langar' and 'shoe seva' to apologize. Harak Singh Rawat also visited a gurdwara, offering 'kar seva' to mend community relations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Dehradun | Updated: 09-12-2025 08:33 IST | Created: 09-12-2025 08:33 IST
Harish Rawat's Gesture of Atonement at Gurdwara
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In a move to mend relations after controversial remarks by Harak Singh Rawat, Congress leader Harish Rawat took part in ceremonial activities at a gurdwara in Aadhat Bazaar. His actions were aimed at atoning for the perceived offense to the Sikh community.

Harish Rawat engaged in both 'langar seva' and 'shoe seva', demonstrating his sincerity in bridging gaps caused by the incident. His visit included reciting Gurbani, which he described as a purification process for their mistake.

The remarks in question were made by Harak Singh Rawat during a protest in Dehradun, which sparked displeasure among local Sikhs. To further pacify tensions, Harak Singh also performed 'kar seva' at Paonta Sahib Gurdwara, seeking forgiveness from the Sikh community.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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