The Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara in Dubai hosted its second annual Veer Bal Diwas Bravery Awards ceremony, celebrating 23 exceptional students for demonstrating remarkable courage, compassion, and community responsibility. The event transformed into a powerful showcase of youth empowerment as it honored real-life stories of resilience among children and adolescents.
Distinguished guests included Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, who served as chief guest, alongside Goswami Sushil Ji Maharaj, National Convener of the Bharatiya Sarva Dharma Sansad. The program commenced with vibrant cultural performances by children, setting the stage for the awards presentation.
Eight participating schools saw their students recognized for exemplary character, with eight recipients receiving comprehensive one-year scholarship packages covering school fees, complemented by commemorative medals and Certificates of Bravery. All other honorees received medals and certificates acknowledging their achievements.
Surender Singh Kandhari, Chairman of Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara Dubai, emphasized the contemporary relevance of the observance: “Veer Bal Diwis transcends historical remembrance—it actively instills essential values in our youth. The ceremony reinforces that courage, empathy, and moral integrity can manifest at any age.”
The celebration culminated in a community gathering that powerfully emphasized principles of equality, inclusivity, and collective solidarity, creating an atmosphere of shared purpose and mutual respect among all attendees.