Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most revered Sikh shrines in India, located near Connaught Place in New Delhi. Originally the bungalow of Raja Jai Singh of Amber, it gained spiritual significance in 1664 when Guru Har Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru, stayed there during a devastating cholera and smallpox epidemic. Known for his compassion and healing powers, Guru Har Krishan offered water from a well on the premises to the afflicted, regardless of caste or creed. His selfless service earned him the title “Bala Pir” (Child Prophet), and the site was later transformed into a gurdwara to honor his legacy. The gurdwara was formally established in 1783 by Sikh General Sardar Baghel Singh, who oversaw the construction of several Sikh shrines in Delhi. Today, Bangla Sahib is instantly recognizable by its golden dome, white marble facade, and the Nishan Sahib—a tall flagpole bearing the Sikh flag. At its heart lies the Sarovar, a sacred pond believed to have ...