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30/01/22 14:20 PM IST

Source: PIB

Baba Iqbal Singh

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The Prime Minister expressed deep grief over the passing away of Baba Iqbal Singh Ji who was a promising educationist.

About Baba Iqbal Singh:

  • He was an illustrious personality whose contributions towards education and society are of enormous importance. 
  • He was born in a village of Pathankot, Punjab.
  • He became the President of Kalgidhar Society/Trust and chancellor of Eternal University which was run under the Baru Sahib Organization. 
  • He advocated the combination of modern education and spiritual knowledge with an aim to produce good global citizens. 
  • In 2018, Baba Iqbal Singh was awarded with Shiromani Panth Ratan which is a title of honor and distinction for his excellent services to the Sikh community. 
  • Recently, his name was listed for receiving the Padma Shri award for his relentless and remarkable social work.

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