Wagah border crossing
Pakistan Denies Entry to 14 Indian Hindu Pilgrims During Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrations
Nov 05, 2025 03:59 pm CST
Pakistan authorities turned away 14 Indian Hindu citizens who were part of a pilgrim group traveling to celebrate Guru Nanak's 556th birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib. Officials reportedly denied them entry specifically because they were Hindus, not Sikhs, despite having proper travel documentation. This incident occurred during the first civilian exchange between India and Pakistan since Operation Sindoor, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations.
Over 2,000 Indian Sikh Pilgrims Enter Pakistan for Guru Nanak's Birth Anniversary Amid Strained Relations
Nov 04, 2025 11:44 pm CST
In a significant development amid strained India-Pakistan relations, approximately 2,100 Indian Sikh pilgrims have crossed the Wagah border to attend celebrations marking Guru Nanak Dev's 556th birth anniversary. This marks the first major people-to-people contact between the two nations since their four-day conflict in May. During their 10-day stay, pilgrims will visit several sacred sites including Gurdwara Janamasthan in Nankana Sahib, while both countries maintain tight security arrangements.