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EcoSikh and Chief Khalsa Diwan join hands for keeping harmony with nature, city cleanliness and greenification

Amritsar: Inter-Faith Communities Celebrate Guru Ramdas Ji’s Gurpurab by Caring for Nature

Hundreds of volunteers make eco-friendly Nagar Kirtan at Amritsar

Celebrations for Guru Ramdas Ji’s Parkash Gurpurb must be Eco-Friendly: EcoSikh

Washington Sikhs support Global Environmental Agenda of EcoSikh

Hazoor Sahib, Nanded Joins Green Pilgrimage Network in Norway

Amritsar’s 436th Foundation Day celebrated on July 6

Eco-Amritsar formed to launch Amritsar Foundation Day on July 6

EcoSikh to launch Amritsar Foundation Day celebrations with an environment focus

Sikh Environment Day declared Annual Sikh event by Five Takhats; EcoSikh Welcomes the move

Gurdwaras in Pakistan observed the Sikh Environment day for the first time

Over 1550 Sikh Institutions across world celebrate March 14 as Sikh Environment Day

Plant a tree on March 14 to celebrate Gurgaddi Diwas of Sri Guru Har Rai ji as Sikh environment day

EcoSikh Unveils Major Environment Campaign: Nanded to go Green

EcoFest – Environmentally tied talent competition is announced for Punjab Students

EcoSikh want Sikhs to plan for Sikh Environment Day 2013

EcoSikh Appeals for “One Candle One Family” at Gurdwaras on Diwali

Sikh voices on Climate Change at PowerShift 2012

Hyderabad Sikhs committed for greening Gurdwaras and Nagar Kirtans

Takhat Sri Hazur Sahib Joining the Green Pilgrimage Network (GPN) at XI CBD at Hyderabad

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EcoSikh Appeals Sikhs to Celebrate March 14 as World Sikh Environment Day

January 29, 2018

EcoSikh, a Washington based Sikh organization, has appealed to Sikhs and the people around the world to celebrate the World Sikh Environment Day on March 14, 2018 marking a tribute to Guru Har Rai Ji.

Organic Langar Marks Religious Fervour on Vaisakhi at Amritsar: EcoSikh

April 14, 2016

EcoSikh and Akhand Kirtani Jatha (aka AKJ), two international organisations joined hands to serve Organic Langar during the ongoing Vaisakhi celebrations in various Gurdwaras at Amritsar from April 10th to 13th, 2016.

US based NGO promotes `Natural Farming’ in Punjab

April 3, 2016

In a bid to promote organic farming as 'Nanak Kheti,' NGO EcoSikh, in collaboration with the Living Successfully Foundation, organized a workshop at Lalchian village near Guru Harsahai town of Ferozepur on Saturday (April 2).

EcoSikh joins to advance UN’s Goals to end extreme poverty

October 5, 2015

EcoSikh joined a gathering of faith leaders, the World Bank, UN officials and religious organizations from around the world in New York to find ways to realize the UN's declared sustainable development goals and the end of extreme poverty.

Sikhs in Washington Give Roaring Support to EcoSikh’s Environmental Agenda in Punjab

June 24, 2015

“You can have growth with less.” So begins Dr. Mohanbir Sawhney’s thoughts on environmental preservation in a constantly spending and extracting world economy at the annual EcoSikh Benefit Dinner in Washington, DC.

Green Initiatives in Pakistan for Guru Nanak’s 550th Gurpurb Celebrations in 2019

March 7, 2015

The Pakistan Government officials have reportedly endorsed a plan to explore green projects at Kartarpur and Nankana Sahib, the most sacred Sikh shrines in Pakistan. This will be part of the celebration of 550th Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak, Founder of Sikhism, in 2019 as suggested by EcoSikh, a Washington based Sikh organization. Guru Nanak was born in Nankana Sahib and he lived in Kartarpur during his last 17 years.

EcoSikh USA Donates Bus for Amritsar Cleanliness Drive

February 26, 2015

Amritsar, Punjab: EcoSikh, a Washington based organization, has launched a bus in Amritsar to help a volunteer group to clean the holy city. EcoSikh has also started a greening drive for the city with plantations at select spots. EcoSikh gifted a bus to Baba Kulwant Singh who has led a group of volunteers from nearby […]

EcoSikh Joins World Bank in Working to End Extreme Poverty

February 26, 2015

EcoSikh board member Suneet Singh Tuli and EcoSikh program manager Sumeet Kaur last week joined a roundtable discussion for faith-based organizations, hosted by Dr. Jim Yong Kim, President of the World Bank.

US based EcoSikh appeals for US-India Climate deal during Barack Obama’s Visit

January 25, 2015

EcoSikh, a Washington based group, is appealing to President Obama to reach a deal on climate with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which would set goals for reducing carbon emissions by a certain percentage over time.

EcoSikh Expresses Concern about Severe Ground Water Depletion in Punjab and California

November 28, 2014

Washington, DC: EcoSikh, a Washington based organization, has raised concern over the severe groundwater depletion of Punjab and other parts of Northern India. This week, 60 Minutes, a renowned news program from CBS News, showed the recent findings through satellite and newly developed devices which track the amount of groundwater. Punjab and rest of the India has lost groundwater at a alarming rate and it is facing a impending disaster.

EcoSikh Expresses Concern about Severe Ground Water Depletion in Punjab and California

November 28, 2014

Sikhs give a call for Multi-faith joint strategy on Climate Change

October 29, 2014

West Hartford, Connecticut: EcoSikh President Dr. Rajwant Singh exhorted the multi-faith audience of over 200 activists from all over the East Coast of United States to form a joint strategy on climate change. He gave the keynote address at the second Climate Stewardship Summit this month, an interreligious event hosted by the Interreligious Eco-Justice Network (IREJN). Hundreds of people from the East Coast attended the event, which was a call to action and networking opportunity for faith-based climate activists.

EcoSikh Issues First Sikh Statement on Climate Change

September 19, 2014

Washington, DC: The Washington-based environmental organization, EcoSikh has released a statement on climate change from the Sikh perspective, the first of its kind from a Sikh organization. The statement outlines new actions Sikhs can take to strengthen their connection to the Sikh faith through environmentalism, and expand their political voice within their communities. This statement comes days before EcoSikh and various heads of state from all over the world will convene in New York City for the 2014 U.N. Climate Summit, on September 23.

Washington Sikhs support Green Action for Punjab and Earth’s Ecological Future

September 18, 2014

Washington, DC: A press release by EcoSikh says over 300 Sikhs joined to support the Sikh environmental action around the world led by the US based NGO in a gala which marked the 5 year anniversary of the organization.

Green Park inaugurated at Historical Gurdwara Nabha Sahib

August 16, 2014

Zirakpur/ Chandigarh (August 16, 2014): Giani Mull Singh, Jathedar of Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib inaugurated a green park at historical Gurdwara Nabha Sahib today at Zirakpur. A tree was planted after the curtain raiser by Giani Mull Singh after the ardas in the Gurdwara hall.

Historical Gurdwara Nabha Sahib to Record its First Ever Green Patch

August 14, 2014

Chandigarh (August 14, 2014): According to press release by EcoSikh, under the aegis of Sri Ganga Nursery of Zirakpur the historical Gurdwara Nabha Sahib is all set to inaugurate its first ever green patch on 16th August, 2014 at 10AM.

350th Anniversary of Anandpur Sahib – Celebrations to begin from June 19

June 18, 2014

It is learnt that the year-long celebrations of the 350th anniversary of Anandpur Sahib city are set to begin on June 19. An Akhand Paath was started on June 17 at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib.

EcoSikh appeals to make Anandpur Sahib Green and Sustainable City

June 10, 2014

Washington, United States (June 10, 2014): Washington based EcoSikh has appealed to the Punjab Government and SGPC to work towards making the holy city of Anandpur Sahib eco-friendly and sustainable as the preparations are underway to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the city beginning on June 19th. Ninth Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Tegh Bahadur, purchased the land in 1665 and established this city which is now visited by thousands of devotees from all over the world every day. The city is housing Takhat Keshgarh Sahib, a seat of authority in Sikhism in addition to many other sites related to the 9th and 10th Guru of the Sikhs. Dr. Rajwant Singh, President of EcoSikh in Washington, said, “Anandpur Sahib should be declared a green city and further development of this sacred city should be based on sustainable planning. Anandpur Sahib should be preserved as our natural heritage and its original and tranquil atmosphere should be protected for the coming generations.

Sikh Enviornment Day celebrations by EcoSikh sees massive participation

March 26, 2014

Ludhiana, Punjab (March 26, 2014): Thousands of Sikhs all across the world took concrete green actions by celebrating the Sikh Environment Day on March 14. Over 2000 Sikh Gurdwaras, Schools and organisations marked this day when Guru Har Rai, known for his deep love and sensitivity towardsnature and its preservation, became the seventh Sikh Guru in 1644.

EcoSikh set to celebrate biggest ever ‘Sikh Environment Day’, Punjab to be focus

February 1, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (February 01, 2014): EcoSikh, a US-based International Ecology organisation, which has been instrumental in creating awareness among Sikh communities about traditional teachings on nature preservation, and to show people how they can take positive action to safeguard nature, held a media meet to unveil plans for celebrating March 14, as ‘Sikh Environment Day’.

EcoSikh and Chief Khalsa Diwan join hands for keeping harmony with nature, city cleanliness and greenification

January 3, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (January 03, 2014): Chief Khalsa Diwan and EcoAmritsar has reportedly signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on January 02, 2013 at an event held at the head office of Chief Khalsa Diwan in Amritsar.

Amritsar: Inter-Faith Communities Celebrate Guru Ramdas Ji’s Gurpurab by Caring for Nature

October 11, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (October 10, 2013): According to a press release sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by EcoSikh: "Eco Amritsar collaborated with Sardar Dara Singh, the famous bird house maker, and set up bird houses at Harmandir Sahib, Khairuddin Mosque, Radhe Krishan Mandir Rani Ka Bagh and St. Mary’s Church Gumtala

Hundreds of volunteers make eco-friendly Nagar Kirtan at Amritsar

October 8, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (October 08, 2013): To celebrate the 479th Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Ramdas Ji, hundreds of Sikh volunteers have gone into the streets of Amritsar, Punjab, to collect garbage during the entire time of the religious procession attended by thousands.

Celebrations for Guru Ramdas Ji’s Parkash Gurpurb must be Eco-Friendly: EcoSikh

October 5, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (October 05, 2013): Eco-Amritsar, an initiative of USA based EcoSikh, extends its collaboration with SGPC by assisting in eco friendly initiatives, during the Parkash Gurpurb celebrations of Amritsar’s Founder, Guru Ramdas ji. Guru Ramdas has invoked nature as God's reflection in his writings, and this inspiration shall be advocated through suitable action and awareness campaign during the celebrations.

Washington Sikhs support Global Environmental Agenda of EcoSikh

September 24, 2013

Washington, (September 19, 2013): According to a press statement by EcoSikh around 300 people gathered for the EcoSikh's Gala Event to support the environmental efforts by this four year old organization. Sikh representatives from various gurdwaras and youth from all across the Washington area and as far as Virginia and Baltimore came to participate. According to the organizers, this was the largest gathering of the community supporting global environmental agenda.

Hazoor Sahib, Nanded Joins Green Pilgrimage Network in Norway

July 28, 2013

Trondheim, Norway (July 28, 2013): According to information shared by EcoSikh: "Nanded, a Southern Indian city considered holy by the Sikhs, represented by the Takhat Hazoor Sahib committee, joined the Green Pilgrimage Network, making a commitment towards becoming eco-friendly.

Amritsar’s 436th Foundation Day celebrated on July 6

July 11, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (July 11, 2013): As per information the "Amritsar Sthapana Diwas" (Amritsar Foundation Day) was celebrated with much enthusiasm over a three day period by Eco-Amritsar, an initiative of Washington-based EcoSikh, and its partner organizations. Hundreds of people participated in several separate events organized all over the city by various stakeholders, including religious programs, art shows by city artists, educational seminar and marches by Gurdwaras and several organizations.

Eco-Amritsar formed to launch Amritsar Foundation Day on July 6

May 9, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (May 8, 2013): Amritsar, the city of the Golden Temple, will celebrate annually its Foundation Day, the day it was established by Guru Ram Dass, the 4th Sikh Guru, in 1577. This effort will be spearheaded by Eco Amritsar, a group formed by the Washington based EcoSikh.Amritsar, Punjab (May 8, 2013): Amritsar, the city of the Golden Temple, will celebrate annually its Foundation Day, the day it was established by Guru Ram Dass, the 4th Sikh Guru, in 1577. This effort will be spearheaded by Eco Amritsar, a group formed by the Washington based EcoSikh.

EcoSikh to launch Amritsar Foundation Day celebrations with an environment focus

May 3, 2013

Washington, United States (May 03, 2013): Washington based EcoSikh is launching an initiative to celebrate the foundation day of City of Amritsar on July 6th this year by engaging major organizations and grass roots bodies to care for the city and its natural resources and preserving its habitat for future.

Sikh Environment Day declared Annual Sikh event by Five Takhats; EcoSikh Welcomes the move

March 29, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (March 29, 2013): EcoSikh, a Washington based Sikh body, has welcomed a directive by the Jathedars of Five Sikh Takhats to celebrate Sikh Environment Day on March 14th by all Sikhs.

Gurdwaras in Pakistan observed the Sikh Environment day for the first time

March 16, 2013

Lahore, Pakistan (March 16, 2013): It is learnt that for the first time, 35 gurdwaras in Pakistan mainly in Sindh and Balochistan, and in Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Guru Nanak, joined Sikh institutions in India and abroad in observing Sikh Environment Day.

Over 1550 Sikh Institutions across world celebrate March 14 as Sikh Environment Day

March 15, 2013

Chandigarh/ Punjab (March 14, 2013): Tens of thousands of Sikhs across the world celebrated the Sikh Environment Day today. EcoSikh, a Washington based organization, had received confirmation from 1,550 Sikh Gurdwaras, organizations and institutions from India and abroad in response to their appeal to celebrate March 14, 2013 as Sikh Environment Day for the third consecutive year.

Plant a tree on March 14 to celebrate Gurgaddi Diwas of Sri Guru Har Rai ji as Sikh environment day

February 28, 2013

Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded (February 28, 2013): According to a press release by EcoSikh, Jathedar Sardar Kulwant Singh from Takhat Sri Hazur Sahib has released a message for the Sikhs to plant one tree on the occasion of Sikh Environment Day on March 14 as a token of love for Guru Har Rai Ji, the Seventh Guru on his Gurgaddi Diwas.

EcoSikh Unveils Major Environment Campaign: Nanded to go Green

February 27, 2013

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 27, 2013): It is learnt that many Sikh personalities came together on February 23, 2013 to announce major initiatives on the environment and endorse the upcoming Sikh Environment Day on March 14th. This marks the coronation day of 7th Sikh Guru, Guru Har Rai, who is remembered ifor his deep sensitivity to nature.

EcoFest – Environmentally tied talent competition is announced for Punjab Students

December 22, 2012

Washington, United States (December 22, 2012): EcoSikh, an international environmental body, launched an art and a creativity contest for youth of Punjab in collaboration with a Punjab NGO called Sukrit. Hundreds of Students from all across North India are expected to take part in this unique competition.

EcoSikh want Sikhs to plan for Sikh Environment Day 2013

November 22, 2012

Ludhiana, Punjab (November 22, 2012): According to EcoSikh, a US based NGO, has invited the Sikhs settled all across the world to finalize their plan of action for celebrating the Sikh Environment day, which would fall next year on March 14.

EcoSikh Appeals for “One Candle One Family” at Gurdwaras on Diwali

November 11, 2012

Washington DC, USA (11 November, 2012): According to information a Sikh body named EcoSikh has sent a formal appeal to Jathedar Sri Akal Takhat Sahib to mandate “One Candle One Family” for Sikhs who want to light candles at the Gurdwaras.

Sikh voices on Climate Change at PowerShift 2012

November 6, 2012

Ludhiana/Punjab (November 06, 2012): According an EcoSikh newsletter: Gurpreet Singh Dipak presented on Sikh faith based perspectives on climate change and represented Ecosikh at Powershift 2012, an environmental, youth led conference on climate justice held in Ottawa, Canada over the 26-29 of October.

Hyderabad Sikhs committed for greening Gurdwaras and Nagar Kirtans

October 16, 2012

Hyderabad, India (October 16, 2012): According to a press statement dated: October 15, 2012 released by the EcoSikh, an NGO, the Sikh Educational Society and Sikhs in Hyderabad gave a warm welcome to EcoSikh, to receive EcoSikh’s environmental vision. Executive members from over 18 Gurdwaras and Social Sikh organizations joined this meeting at Hotel Katriya, Hyderabad today.

Takhat Sri Hazur Sahib Joining the Green Pilgrimage Network (GPN) at XI CBD at Hyderabad

October 15, 2012

Hyderabad/India (October 14, 2012): On the 7th day of the U.N.’s COP 11 of the Convention on Biological Diversity in Hyderabad, eleven of India’s holy towns and cities came together to launch the India chapter of the international Green Pilgrimage Network (GPN).

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