New York City [US], November 16 : New York business tycoon Sant Singh
Chatwal, who is also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan award was present along with
Onkar Singh, the Coordinator of ‘Let’s Share a meal’, and hundreds of
volunteers from Let’s Share a Meal, who distributed thousands of meals at the Times
Square Langar (Free Food) event celebrating the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, a
statement said.
Through the event, they honored the timeless principle of “Vand Chhakna,” of Guru
Nanak– to share what one has with others. This universal message lies at the heart
of Langar, the Sikh tradition of serving free meals to all, regardless of background,
faith, or status.
The event aimed at spreading the message of oneness, equality, and compassion,
inspiring people of all cultures to serve and share with love. Families, interfaith
organizations, and visitors from around the world are invited to experience the spirit
of unity and service, the statement highlighted.
On Saturday at Times Square, New York City, the Times Square Langar embodied the
teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, emphasizing the shared values of humanity,
kindness, and collective well-being.
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Events like this Langar, and organizations like Let’s Share a Meal, help fill a small
but meaningful gap, offering nourishment, dignity, and hope to those in need, the press release said.
Recently on November 5, Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, which
commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji was celebrated with great
enthusiasm.
Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. His birth
anniversary is celebrated across the world with spiritual fervour, kirtan, processions,
and acts of service, reflecting the Guru’s message of equality, humility, and devotion
to God.
On its website, Let’s Share a Meal says, every November, it brings together hundreds of volunteers to honor the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the spirit of Thanksgiving by preparing and delivering meals to shelters across the tri-state area. “This isn’t just a food drive — it’s a movement of hope, compassion, and community,” it says.