Vancouver celebrates 47th annual Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan
Indo-Canadian Voice Vancouver celebrates 47th annual Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan posted by: Rattan MallTHIS Saturday, thousands of people will gather in the heart of South Vancouver to celebrate Vaisakhi, one of the most important days in the Sikh calendar. The 47th annual Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan (Parade) takes place this year on Saturday, April 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vaisakhi celebrates the creation of the Khalsa, a […] The post Vancouver celebrates 47th annual Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan first appeared on Indo-Canadian Voice.Indo-Canadian Voice
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THIS Saturday, thousands of people will gather in the heart of South Vancouver to celebrate Vaisakhi, one of the most important days in the Sikh calendar. The 47th annual Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan (Parade) takes place this year on Saturday, April 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vaisakhi celebrates the creation of the Khalsa, a spiritual order founded by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, a defining moment in Sikh history. Vaisakhi also marks the beginning of the spring harvest in Punjab.
“Vaisakhi is a deeply meaningful time of faith and reflection for the Sikh community, and an occasion that brings people across Vancouver together in celebration,” said Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim. “I want to extend my warmest wishes for a joyful and safe Vaisakhi and Nagar Kirtan to everyone participating in this year’s festivities.”
The City says that public safety continues to be its top priority. To support an enjoyable experience for everyone, the City is working closely with partners, including the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services.
This year’s Nagar Kirtan features a new route. It will leave the Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara (8000 Ross Street) at 11 a.m. and travel:
- North on Ross Street to 57th Avenue
- West on 57th Avenue to Main Street
- North on Main Street to 49th Avenue
- West on 49th Avenue to Fraser Street
- South on Fraser Street to 57th Avenue
- East on 57th Avenue to Ross Street
- South on Ross Street
The Nagar Kirtan covers a distance of approximately five kilometres. View a map of the new parade route.
To accommodate the Nagar Kirtan, road closures will be in effect on Saturday, April 11, between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on sections of the following streets:
- Main Street closed from East 49th Avenue to 57th Avenue
- Fraser Street closed from East 49th Avenue to 57th Avenue
- 57th Avenue closed from Main Street to Knight Street
- 49th Avenue closed from Main Street to Knight Street
- Ross Street from SE Marine Drive to 57th Avenue
Access to residences and businesses will be retained through designated access points. Follow all parking regulations including “No Parking” and “Permit Only” signs. Find information on parking near the event.
If you are travelling to the airport or ferry terminal on April 11, plan an alternate route and allow for extra travel time.
To help ensure the Nagar Kirtan operates as smoothly as possible, attendees are encouraged to:
- Walk, bike, roll or take transit whenever possible.
- Stay informed of road closures.
- Put waste in its place: dispose of waste in the nearest garbage, recycling or organics bin. Additional waste bins will be added for the event.
- Be considerate of the neighbourhood and keep noise to a minimum when leaving.
For more information on the Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan, visit the event organizer’s website.
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