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When is Bandi Chhor 2011?

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Question:

When is Bandi Chhor 2011?

Bandi Chhor (Chhorr) is a Sikh celebration which coincides with Diwali the Hindu festival of lamps. Bandi Chhorr commemorates the release of Guru Har Govind along with 52 princes from imprisonment is 1619.

Answer:

Bandi Chorr is celebrated in conjunction with Diwali a four day long festival involving the lighting of lamps, lanterns, and ornate displays of festive electric lights after dark. Like all Sikh holidays, and commemorative dates, Bhandi Chhor is observed with a worship service including kirtan. According to the Nanakshahi year 543, Sikhism events calendar 2011 Bandi Chhor is scheduled to be observed on Wednesday, October 26, 2011.

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Nanakshahi Year 543 Sikhism Events Calendar March 14, 2011 - March 13, 2012

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