New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla conveyed greetings and wishes on the eve of Guru Nanak Jayanti on Tuesday. In his message, Om Birla stated that Guru Nanak Dev's teachings awakened in society the spirit of compassion, service, and coexistence, making religion a means for the welfare of humankind.

"Heartfelt greetings and best wishes on the occasion of the Prakash Parv of the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Guru Nanak Dev Ji illuminated the world with the ideals of humanity, equality, and truth," Om Birla said.

"His teachings awakened in society the spirit of compassion, service, and coexistence, and made religion a means for the welfare of humankind. He conveyed the message of uniting humanity beyond caste, creed, ...