The Kartarpur Corridor agreement Key Points:
1. The Kartarpur Corridor Agreement has been extended for another five years.
2. Ongoing discussions on the service fee waiver.
3. Background on the Kartarpur Corridor Agreement.
4. Historical significance of Kartarpur.
5. Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj’s vision for unification.
Extending the Agreement for Another 5 Years
In a significant move aimed at fostering religious cooperation, India and Pakistan have mutually agreed to renew the Kartarpur Corridor agreement for an additional five years. Originally opened in November 2019, this corridor allows Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Darbar Sahib in Pakistan without a visa.
Discovery of The Kartarpur
Kartarpur was founded by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in 1504 CE on the banks of the River Ravi. Both Hindus and Muslims honored him with mausoleums after his death, which were eventually washed away by the river. Post-1947 partition, Kartarpur fell within Pakistan, while Dera Baba Nanak remained on the Indian side.
Visa-Free Entry for Indians
The Kartarpur Corridor enables visa-free access, allowing Indian devotees to visit Darbar Sahib in Pakistan without needing a visa. However, Pakistani Sikhs still require a visa to visit Dera Baba Nanak in India.
About the Kartarpur Corridor Agreement
This agreement was signed on October 24, 2019, included key provisions:
1. Service Fee: A $20 USD service fee is charged, waived occasionally by Pakistan on special religious occasions, such as Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary.
2. Daily Visitor Limit: Up to 5,000 pilgrims are allowed daily.
3. Visa-Free Access: Indian pilgrims can enter Pakistan without a visa.
4. Operating Days: The corridor operates year-round, barring extreme weather or emergencies.
Service Fee Waiver Discussion
India has proposed a complete waiver of the $20 service fee for pilgrims, which Pakistan periodically waives on certain religious days. However, a formal agreement on a full waiver is yet to be reached.
One Who Will Do the Unification
While governments are working to foster cross-border harmony, there are prophecies about a spiritual figure destined to unify the world. Some sources, including the American astrologer Florence, have predicted the arrival of a “great man” from India who will lead the world into a “Golden Age” of spirituality and unity. Her book, Golden Light of the New Era, describes a vision of a powerful spiritual leader from India who will inspire global transformation.
That figure is believed to be Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, whose profound understanding of holy scriptures is bringing to light hidden spiritual truths. He is widely regarded as the Kartar, the one who will unify humanity through the knowledge in these sacred texts.
To learn more about the prophecies related to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, watch this video:
FAQs
1. What is the Kartarpur Corridor?
The Kartarpur Corridor is a visa-free border crossing allowing Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit the Darbar Sahib in Pakistan, considered one of Sikhism’s holiest sites.
2. Is a visa required to use the Kartarpur Corridor?
No, Indian pilgrims can use the corridor without a visa, although a $20 service fee is charged by Pakistan.
3. How often has the service fee been waived?
Pakistan waives the $20 service fee on special religious occasions, such as the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, but a complete waiver is still under discussion.
4. Why was the Kartarpur Corridor Agreement extended?
The agreement was extended to continue supporting religious access and fostering goodwill between India and Pakistan.
5. Who is Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj ji, and how is He related to the concept of unification?
Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj ji is a Spiritual Leader from India, believed by many to be a prophesied figure who will bring global unity through spiritual teachings, fulfilling predictions made by various forecasters.
