Veer Baal Diwas is commemmorated to honour the martyrdom of Baba Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh, the Sahibzade of 10th Guru Govind Singh Ji on 26th December every year.
Baba Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh were the youngest sons of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru. The martyrdom of Baba Fateh Singh (age 6) and Zorawar Singh (age 9) is a significant event in Sikh history.
During the early 18th century, the two young sons of Guru Gobind Singh were captured by the Mughal forces under the command of Wazir Khan, the governor of Sirhind. The young princes were offered a choice: convert to Islam or face death. Despite their tender age, both Baba Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh chose not to abandon their Sikh faith.
On December 26, 1705, the young brothers were bricked alive into a wall, a punishment ordered by Wazir Khan. The wall was being constructed in the chilling cold of winter. The young boys faced this gruesome fate with great courage and resolve, never wavering from their faith.
The martyrdom of Baba Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh is commemorated in Sikh history as an example of unwavering commitment to one's beliefs and the sacrifice for religious freedom. Sikhs remember their bravery and sacrifice, especially during religious events and commemorations, and their story serves as an inspiration for generations. The Gurdwara Fatehgarh Sahib in Punjab, India, marks the site where this tragic event took place, and Sikhs pay their respects to these young martyrs at this sacred location.
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