You are warmly invited

Guransh·Sevak·Sidak

on the occasion of their Dastaar Bandi
DateSaturday, August 15, 2026 Time2:00 — 5:00 PM VenueSikh Gurdwara, San Jose
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The Honourees

Meet the Singhs

Three friends, one milestone. Get to know our Singhs.

Guransh Singh

Guransh Singh

Age 13

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Sevak Singh

Sevak Singh

Age 13

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Sidak Singh

Sidak Singh

Age 14

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The Ceremony

What is Dastaar Bandi?

Dastaar Bandi is the ceremony in which a young Sikh is formally tied his first dastaar — the turban that is at the heart of Sikh identity.

The dastaar is a crown worn with reverence: a daily reminder of dignity, courage, equality, and a life lived in service of others and devotion to the Guru. The ceremony marks a meaningful step in a young Sikh's journey, as he embraces this responsibility surrounded by the love of family and the blessings of the sangat.

The afternoon will include kirtan (devotional singing of Gurbani), ardaas (prayer), the tying of the first dastaar by family elders, and langar — the community meal in which all are seated together as equals. We are deeply grateful that you will share this milestone with our boys.

Order of the Day

Schedule of Events

The full programme runs from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to remove your shoes and cover your head before entering the Darbar Sahib.

2:00 PM

Sangat Arrives

Guests are welcomed and seated in the Darbar Sahib.

2:15 PM

Kirtan

Devotional singing of Gurbani by the ragis.

3:15 PM

Ardaas & Dastaar Bandi

Prayer followed by the tying of Guransh, Sevak, and Sidak's first dastaar.

4:00 PM

Hukamnama & Karah Prashad

Reading from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and the sharing of blessed prashad.

4:15 PM

Langar

Community meal — all are warmly invited to join.

5:00 PM

Conclusion

The afternoon comes to a close. Thank you for celebrating with us.

Sikh Gurdwara — San Jose
3636 Gurdwara Avenue, San Jose, CA 95148
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For Our Guests

Gurdwara Etiquette

Many of our guests will be visiting a gurdwara for the first time. Everyone, of every faith and background, is warmly welcomed. A few small customs help us all show respect for the space and for Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

Cover Your Head

All visitors cover their head before entering the Darbar Sahib (main prayer hall). Bring a scarf, dupatta, or bandana — clean head coverings are also provided at the gurdwara.

Remove Your Shoes

Shoes are left in the shoe room near the entrance. Socks are perfectly fine. Hand-washing stations are available at the entry.

Modest Attire

Long pants or skirts and sleeved tops are appreciated. Bright, festive colours are wonderful — please avoid leather and very revealing clothing.

No Tobacco or Alcohol

Out of respect for the sanctity of the gurdwara, please refrain from tobacco, alcohol, and other intoxicants on the day of attendance.

Inside the Darbar Sahib

Sangat is seated on the floor as equals. It is customary not to point your feet toward Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji or turn your back to the throne. Sit comfortably; chairs are available along the side for those who need them.

Bowing (Matha Tek)

Sikhs traditionally bow at the throne upon entering. Guests are warmly welcome to do the same or to simply join the sangat seated — both are perfectly respectful.

Photography

Please refrain from photography inside the Darbar Sahib. Our families are arranging photos of the ceremony, which we will gladly share with you afterward.

Langar

After the ceremony, all are invited to share langar — the community meal served on the floor. Please keep your head covered and shoes off in the langar hall as well.

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by July 31, 2026.