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This is not the first time that Sikhs have come forward to help the humanity. Whenever there has been a problem - manmade or natural, Sikhs have always come forward.Naresh GujralRajya Sabha MP- We have been facing challenges for years but this was a new type of challenge. This time people were more scared of hunger than COVID.Manjinder Singh SirsaPresident, DSGMC
- My first introduction to music was gurbani. Every Sunday we used to go to Bangla Sahib and volunteer in langar. We have grown up with these memories.Harshdeep KaurSinger
- After I started to learn about history of Sikh and recognising the humankind as one, I'm deeply touched by it. Randeep HoodaActor
- This concept is very important. Guru Nanak Devi ji started this kitchen for humanity and for the needy. Since then it is going on. And I would like to request everyone during this pandemic to come in front and give their money, in kind, or whatever they can to help Gurdwaras feed the langar. Raju ChadhaPhilanthropist & Chairman, Wave Group
- Sewa in sikh ethos and religion is selfless service and supreme in sikh religion. When you enter Gurdwara, you can see it starts with washing your shoes, the cleaning of sarowars and among others it is the community kitchen. This happens regardless of religion, class, caste and creed. Vikramjit SahneyChairman, Sun Foundation & International President, World Punjabi Organization
- The sikh community is about brotherhood. There is no doubt how hearty they are. When we muslims had no place to read namaz, Gurdwara opened their door for us. We have enjoyed the support.Zafar IqbalFormer Captain, Coach & Selector, Indian Hockey Team
- Langar is a free meal served in a Gurdwara, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, ethnicity, social status. So I really appeal to each one of you, everybody, to come forward and participate in this great endeavour. Contribute, make a difference.Rahul MittraFilm Producer
- Absolutely proud of the fact that Gurdwaras around the world have been doing langar for years but especially during the times of coronavirus.Gulshan GroverActor
- I try to do sewa at langar whenever I get chance. Wherever there is possibility, I do it. There is a satisfaction you get once you finish the sewa.Jimmy Sheirgill Actor & Film Producer
- I have been born and brought up in Gudwaras and have done the sewa in langars.GulzarLyricist, Poet & Author
- A small girl cycled for 1200 kms to go home with her father recently. This gives us guilt as to why are we comfortable or safe when people are suffering.Javed AkhtarSocio-Political Activist, Poet, Lyricist & Screenwriter
- God gives you everything but doesn't expect anything in return. So you do it just for the sake of the people, you feel they belong to you and you serve them. Sri Sri Ravi ShankarFounder, The Art Of Living Foundation
- With covid we all know it's very difficult. People are donating for langar from everywhere. The whole thing about langar is that Guru Nanak ji started it and it's our responsibility to keep it going. Mandy TakharActor
- At Gurdwaras we are taught to take the chappals and clean it with a cloth and return it. That is one of the highest forms of sewa, so this is all coming from the Sikh roots. Thank you for instilling such high value in all our minds.Vikas KhannaMichelin Star Chef, Restaurateur & Humanitarian
- The most important aspect of langar, is that there is no discrimination on the basis of caste, rich or poor, religion. Only one thing matters - humanity.Gurdas MaanSinger & Songwriter
- Sikh community is not only for sikhs its for everyone and its about equality. Jasbir JassiSinger & Actor
- In every crisis situations, sikhs have come out to help generously, they don't look at caste, status, creed anything. Arjun RampalActor
At a time of widespread hunger and a humanitarian crisis, this campaign focuses on the rich living tradition of food sharing as widely practised in “Langars” or community kitchens by the Sikh community.
The concept of Langar is to serve meals to all, regardless of caste, class, religion, gender, social or economic status or political consideration - especially at a time when it is most critical. The Sikh community has been at the forefront of relentlessly helping people to tide over the crisis— and their 'sewa' during the coronavirus pandemic is a shining example of their community spirit.