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12th annual DMV Youth Samagam marks Sikh sacrifices
Over 100 youth participated despite severe weather warnings.
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Staff Reporter - Fri, 13, Feb 2026
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Glimpses from the 12th annual DMV Youth Samagam 2026 / Courtesy: S. S. Manku
Sikh community members across the DMV region on Feb 7 attended The 12th DMV Annual Youth Samagam 2026 at Sikh Gurdwara DC on Massachusetts Avenue.
The day-long program organized by Khalsa School DC with support from the sangat commemorated the sacrifices of the Chaar Sahibzade, Mata Gujri Ji, Mai Bhago, and other martyred Sikhs during the events of 1704. The program served as a tribute to their legacy and emphasized the principles of courage, faith, and resilience in Sikhi.
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Despite freezing weather, over 100 youth between the ages of 4 and 27 took part, delivering speeches, kavita (poetry), solo shabad kirtan, group shabads, and instrumental performances on traditional string instruments (Tanti Saaj), with several presented in classical raags. Solo tabla performances and youth emcees from various Gurdwaras were also part of the lineup.
A key segment of the program was the presentation of the Mata Gujri Inspiring Grandparents Award 2026 to Dhanbir Singh Bedi and Harmit Kaur Bedi of Virginia. The award recognized their efforts in preserving Sikh values within their family and encouraging younger generations.
Youth from multiple institutions and Guru Ghars participated, including Sikh Foundation Virginia, Sikh Center Virginia, Guru Angad Institute of Sikh Studies (Virginia), Guru Nanak Sikh Foundation of America (Maryland), GGSF Maryland, Washington Sikh Center (Gaithersburg), Sikh Learning Center (Glen Burnie), Sikh Association of Baltimore (Randallstown), Sikh Center of Dundalk, Gurughar of Dundalk, and Sikh Gurdwara DC.
The Langar committee, led by Inderjeet Kaur, arranged breakfast and langar for attendees. Organizers and volunteers from the sangat and management committee oversaw the day’s proceedings.
All participating children received Mool Mantar mementos, along with Sikhi and Sikh history books and certificates.
The annual Samagam continues to expand in participation, with organizers positioning it as a platform for youth engagement rooted in Sikh history and tradition.
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