Sonipat, Nov. 15 -- union Power Minister and former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal on Sunday described the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur as an enduring symbol of religious freedom, humanity and the protection of others' rights, saying the sacrifices of the Sikh Guru and Dada Kushal Singh Dahiya would continue to inspire future generations.

In a message read out at a function marking the 351st martyrdom anniversary of Dada Kushal Singh Dahiya at the Barh Khalsa Memorial Complex in Sonipat, the union Minister paid tribute to the two historical figures and recalled their contribution to the protection of religious freedom and human dignity.

Manohar Lal, who was scheduled to attend the programme, could not participate because of other en...