Anandpur Sahib/Punjab,28,FEB,2026,(India Today News CA):- A Turban Langar event is planned for March 3 and 4, 2026, coinciding with the Hola Mohalla festival celebrations. This Sikh festival, primarily held in Anandpur Sahib, Punjab, features martial arts displays by Nihang warriors, community langar meals, and processions, running from March 4-6 overall.
Event Details
Turban Langar involves free turbans (dastars) distributed alongside langar meals, emphasizing Sikh values of equality and service (seva). It’s a special highlight during Hola Mohalla’s early days at sites like Sri Anandpur Sahib or Kiratpur Sahib.
Organizers often include Nihang groups, with activities from morning processions to evening kirtan.
Hola Mohalla Context
Hola Mohalla, founded by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, follows Holi and showcases Gatka (mock combat), horse riding, and spiritual gatherings over three days.
In 2026, expect crowds in Punjab with eco-friendly measures like plastic bans, as reviewed by local authorities.
