Sikh devotees cross over to Pakistan

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ATTARI (AMRITSAR): Over 2,000 Sikh devotees crossed over to Pakistan on special trains from the Attari Railway Station on Tuesday to observe the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism.

Four special trains were arranged for the devotees, said Assistant Customs Commissioner V K Khosla posted at the Attari Railway station.

The Sikh pilgrims during their stay in Pakistan would observe the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak at Gurdwara Nankana Sahib at Shekupura.

The Sikh delegation was sent to Pakistan by the SGPC.

Gurudwara Nankana Sahib is the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev. (PTI)

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