Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab or Prakash Parv , is one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism, marking the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji—the founder of the Sikh faith. In 2025, the auspicious day will be observed on Wednesday, November 5, as devotees across the globe come together to honour his life, teachings, and eternal wisdom.

According to the Nanakshahi calendar, Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birth falls on the full moon day ( Purnima ) in the month of Kartik, which generally corresponds to November in the Gregorian calendar. As per Drik Panchang, the Purnima Tithi begins at 10:36 PM on November 4 and ends at 6:48 PM on November 5. This year marks the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

History and Legacy

Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in Nankana Sa

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