#512 Poem & Quotation | Innovation’s Light: A Tribute to Punjab’s Creativity

From every corner of the earth, From every culture, creed, and race, A never-ending flow of worth, A never-ending flow of grace. Innovation’s light shines bright, A spark that ignites the night, A force that breaks the daily grind.

From the land of Punjab, Where innovation and creativity abound, That will leave you spellbound.

First, there’s langar, the tradition, Of serving free meals to all, Regardless of social status or religion, A practice that answers humanity’s call.

Entrepreneurship is another Sikh forte, As seen in industries of lumber, agri, and more, From North America to India’s tech highway, Sikh entrepreneurs have been at the fore. Sikh doctors and scientists also shine, From Dr. Narinder Kapany to Dr. Sukhinder Cheema, Their medical innovations and research combine, To make a difference in humanity’s health arena.

The founder of the Sikh Empire’s glory, Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s story, Is a testament to innovation and creativity, That lives on in Punjab’s history.

For his contributions to warfare, And his dedication to knowledge’s share, The Maharaja’s legacy stands strong, A true hero, beyond compare.

For knowledge is power, and that he knew, So he made it accessible, a breakthrough, Qaida-e-Noor, A book in Persian was true, He made is accessible in Punjabi, and his people grew. But what sets him apart, Was his understanding of the need, To make knowledge accessible, For his people to succeed.

For creativity is our light, And innovation is our way, We’ll work and strive with all our might, And make a better world today.

BALJIT SINGH www.ajuba.us