HT Correspondent
ITANAGAR, July 10: The Arunachal Pradesh unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) observed Guru Purnima with solemn devotion and a spirit of service, undertaking a series of spiritual and social outreach activities across the state.
The observance was led by State BJP President Kaling Moyong, accompanied by State Vice Presidents Tarh Soping and Dunggoli Libang.
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According to an official statement, the state-level commemoration began with a visit to the Deepak Nabam Living Home at Senki Park in Itanagar.
The BJP delegation met with Deepak Nabam, founder of the home, and lauded his life-long dedication to the service of the underprivileged and destitute.
Nabam, referred to by many as a living embodiment of compassion, was respectfully honoured by the visiting team, who described him as a “true Guru” in the service of humanity.
Following this, the team visited Nyedar Namlo, a significant spiritual and cultural centre representing the indigenous faiths of the region.
There, the BJP leaders offered prayers and interacted with spiritual guides and community elders, seeking blessings for the collective well-being of the people and the inclusive development of Arunachal Pradesh.
Guru Purnima, celebrated across Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Sikh traditions, honours the birth anniversary of Sage Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas and author of the Mahabharata.
The day signifies deep respect for teachers, mentors, and spiritual guides who impart knowledge and uphold moral values.
Extending the celebrations beyond Itanagar, various BJP leaders and karyakartas participated in spiritual programs at the Mandal, District, and State levels.
These were conducted under the supervision of Dunggoli Libang, Vice President of the State BJP and convenor of the Guru Purnima programme.
As part of the state-wide observance, BJP State Vice President and MLA Zingnu Namchoom visited the Thupten Gatselling Monastery in Itanagar, where he offered prayers and interacted with the monastic community.
In another outreach effort, BJP leader Miss Junty Singhpoo visited and held discussions with indigenous priest Tatung Heri, exchanging views on preserving traditional values and the importance of intergenerational knowledge transfer.
The party’s state unit emphasised its commitment to preserving Arunachal Pradesh’s diverse spiritual and cultural traditions.
In its statement, the BJP reiterated the enduring relevance of Guru Purnima as a day not only of prayer but also of reflection on the values of humility, wisdom, and selfless service that Gurus impart to society.
The Arunachal Pradesh BJP’s Guru Purnima observance served as a blend of homage and public service, reinforcing the party’s pledge to uphold the spiritual and cultural heritage of the region while engaging meaningfully with communities across the state.
