The Sikh Pratinidhi Board Eastern Zone (SPBEZ) has unveiled Dhubri Saheb, a landmark Souvenir that stands among the most significant contemporary contributions to Sikh literary and historical preservation. Released first at Gurdwara Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Saheb Ji, Dhubri, and subsequently launched online for global readership, the publication commemorates the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji—an event of profound global spiritual resonance.
This Souvenir is not merely a document; it is a cultural vessel, a historical assertion, and a collective expression of gratitude toward the sacrifices that shaped Sikh identity.
Offline Release at Dhubri Saheb
Venue: Gurdwara Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Saheb Ji, Dhubri Saheb
Date & Time: 24 November 2025 | 7:00 PM
A special Souvenir Unveiling Ceremony was held at the sacred Gurdwara Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Saheb Ji, Dhubri Saheb. Despite a challenging preparation window of just twenty days, the Editorial Team successfully compiled, designed, and produced the commemorative publication.
The Souvenir was formally released by Shri Dibakar Nath, IAS, District Commissioner, Dhubri (Chief Guest). Other dignitaries present included:
- S. Bhupinder Pal Singh, Senior Chief Advisor, SPBEZ
- S. Kulwant Singh, Chief Advisor, SPBEZ
- S. Daljit Singh Sethi, President, SPBEZ
- S. Darvinder Singh Nanda : Editor-in-Chief & Public Relations Officer, SPBEZ
- Bibi Rupa Rani Kaur : Assistant Editor & Coordinator
In his address, District Commissioner, Dhubri, Sri Dibakar Nath, IAS, commended the editorial team for producing a publication of high substance within a remarkably short timeframe. The event highlighted the cultural and spiritual significance of Dhubri Saheb within the Sikh heritage landscape of Eastern India. S. Kulwant Singh, Chief Advisor of the Board, also lauded the initiative and commended the commitment of the team.
Global Digital Launch on The Sikh Anthology website
Platform: The Sikh Anthology Website
Date & Time: 10 December 2025 | 7:00 PM
To ensure wider accessibility and long-term archival value, the Souvenir was launched globally on 10 December 2025 through the Sikh heritage platform The Sikh Anthology. Announced by the Editor-in-Chief, the online flipbook was released with three core objectives:
- To make the Souvenir accessible to the global Sangat
- To provide a resource for youth, scholars, and heritage researchers
- To preserve the publication for long-term digital archiving
The digital release generated an overwhelming response, with significant viewership and positive feedback from national and international readers.
About the Souvenir:
Dhubri Saheb has been published by the Sikh Pratinidhi Board Eastern Zone to commemorate the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.
Editorial Team
- Editor-in-Chief: S. Darvinder Singh Nanda
- Assistant Editor & Coordinator: Bibi Rupa Rani Kaur
- Assistant Editor & Designer: Bibi Reema Kaur Nanda
Purpose and Scope
The Souvenir aims to document and interpret:
- The historic legacy of Dhubri Saheb
- The evolution and development of the shrine
- The contributions of Sewadars who have sustained its sanctity
- Archival accounts, historical essays, photographs, community narratives, and scholarly contributions
Its intended audience extends across the Sikh community, researchers, students, and members of the international Sangat seeking authentic insights into Eastern India’s Sikh heritage.
The Editorial Journey:
The making of the Souvenir represents a remarkable editorial achievement. When S. Darvinder Singh Nanda was appointed Editor-in-Chief and Nodal Officer on 16 October 2025, the publication existed only as a concept—with the unveiling scheduled for 24 November 2025.
Building the Editorial Structure
A core team was formed in Dibrugarh to ensure rapid coordination. Appeals were issued to individuals and institutions for articles, stories, photographs, and artworks. The Assistant Editor & Coordinator managed submissions with discipline and timeliness.
Designing Under Extreme Time Constraints
With only 20 days available, the editorial and design work was executed entirely from home, without professional print-studio support. Using Canva, the Editor-in-Chief and Assistant Editor & Designer crafted the layout, visual identity, and overall aesthetic of the Souvenir through long consecutive days and nights of work.
A Distinctive Cover
The cover artwork, titled Mound of Peace, was created by self-taught artist Bibi Reetu Kaur of Makum, Tinsukia. Her evocative illustration visually anchors the Souvenir in themes of serenity, remembrance, and spiritual reflection.
What emerged from this compressed timeline is more than a publication. It is a testament to coordinated effort, devotion to duty, and the collective will to preserve the story of Dhubri Saheb.
Why This Souvenir Matters
The Souvenir is significant for several reasons:
- It documents the historic relationship between Sikh heritage and Dhubri Saheb
- It honours the supreme sacrifice of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji
- It recognises the lifelong seva of individuals and institutions
- It serves as an authoritative reference for future generations
As a curated historical and cultural record, it strengthens the narrative of Sikh presence and contribution in Northeast India.
Access the Digital Edition
Readers, scholars, and members of the Sangat are invited to explore and share the online version of the Souvenir.
Read the flipbook here:
https://sikhanthology.com/souvenir-magazine-dhubri-saheb/