Chandigarh, November 13, 2026:
The Speaker of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, today extended warm greetings to the people of Punjab and Punjabis living across the globe on the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Sher-e-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
Speaker Sandhwan paid rich tributes to the legendary ruler, describing him as a great emperor, an unmatched warrior, and an able administrator who carved out a vast and sovereign Sikh Kingdom by uniting the various Sikh Misls. He noted that Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s reign stands as a golden era in history, remembered globally for its secular ethos, communal harmony, justice, and welfare-oriented governance.
“Maharaja Ranjit Singh was a visionary leader who governed with immense compassion and fairness, treating people of all faiths and backgrounds with equal respect,” said S. Sandhwan. “His historic unification of the Misls not only established a powerful and prosperous empire but also instilled a lasting sense of pride and unity among Punjabis.”
Urging the youth and citizens to draw inspiration from the glorious legacy of the Lion of Punjab, the Speaker called upon everyone to follow his ideals of peace, brotherhood, and selfless service to build a progressive and harmonious Punjab.
