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Taranjit Singh Sandhu pays tribute to late grandfather
Teja Singh Samundri, a Sikh and freedom movement leader, died a martyr in British custody at Lahore Jail in 1926.
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Staff Reporter - Wed, 23, Jul 2025
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Taranjit Singh Sandhu planting the tree of honor / X/ SandhuTaranjitS
Former Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu attended a memorial ceremony marking the death anniversary of his grandfather Teja Singh Samundri, a prominent leader in the Sikh and Indian freedom movements.
The event hosted at the Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa Educational Institutions in Sarhali, Punjab, began with the recitation of Sukhmani Sahib (a Sikh prayer composed by Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Guru of Sikhism), followed by Gurbani Kirtan by students.
Speakers highlighted Samundri’s contributions as a founding member of the Shiromani Akali Dal and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, as well as the establishment of educational institutions in 1917.
Speaking at the event, Sandhu, who inspired the founding of the Viksit Amritsar Initiative, paid tribute recalling his grandfather’s martyrdom in British custody in Lahore Jail in 1926.
“I draw inspiration from my grandfather’s life of struggle, his service and leadership in the Khalsa Panth and the Akali Movement. His contribution is a beacon in my journey. His vision extended beyond Sikhism or the freedom movement. His foresight for girls’ education and the foundation of Khalsa educational institutions are vital pillars of our intellectual and cultural heritage. The seeds he sowed have now grown into institutions shaping the future of our youth,” Sandhu said.
Visited the Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa Educational Institutions Sarhali established by Sardar Teja Singh Samundri in 1917 in rural Amritsar - delighted to see the young kids in action. We do need to invest in educating & empowering them! pic.twitter.com/8ziNI582za
— Taranjit Singh Sandhu (@SandhuTaranjitS) July 22, 2025
Sandhu emphasized the importance of investing in education and youth empowerment and urged students to pursue skill-based, scientific, and modern learning while remaining connected to Khalsa values. He reiterated his commitment to supporting the institution’s growth to international standards.
Parminder Singh Sandhu, secretary of the institution, also paid tribute and encouraged students to stay rooted in Sikh heritage.
The event concluded with a tree plantation and an appeal to youth to protect the environment. Sandhu also visited his ancestral village, Burj Rai of Sarhali.
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