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Vaisakhi: What is the Sikh festival and how is it celebrated?

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Sikhs around the world are preparing to celebrate the religious observance of Vaisakhi. Several key historical events are connected to the festival, including the inauguration of the Khalsa, the body of initiated Sikhs, in the 17th century.

The festival is also celebrated in Hinduism, as it commemorates the start of the Solar new year. So what's the history of Vaisakhi and how is it celebrated?

Here's everything you need to know:Vaisakhi, also known as Baisakhi, is a traditional harvest festival celebrated by Sikhs and Hindus, having been observed in the Punjab region for a long period of time.

While celebrations take place predominantly in northern India, the festival is also observed around the world in countries including Canada, Malaysia and the UK.

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