2,100 Indian Sikhs visit Pakistan for Guru Nanak's birthday
About 2,100 Sikh pilgrims from India crossed into Pakistan this week to celebrate Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 556th birthday.
It's the first big religious trip since travel restrictions eased after Operation Sindoor, making it a pretty special moment for the community.
Pilgrims visiting sacred sites
These pilgrims are visiting some of Sikhism's most sacred sites—like Nankana Sahib (Guru Nanak's birthplace), Panja Sahib, and Kartarpur.
Thanks to an old agreement between India and Pakistan, Sikhs can make these journeys four times a year, with Guru Nanak's birthday being a highlight.
Hopes for smoother visa rules
With recent tensions between the two countries—especially after the Pahalgam attack in May—Pakistan has made arrangements to welcome visitors.
Even with political challenges, both sides have worked together to keep this tradition alive.
Some pilgrims are hoping future trips will get even easier with smoother visa rules, based on observed difficulties.