State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has formally issued a commemorative coin on the occasion of 550th birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak.

A ceremony to this effect was held in Karachi on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, Governor State Bank of Pakistan Reza Baqir said the purpose of releasing the commemorative coin by the central bank is to supplement and be part of national efforts to promote interfaith harmony.

He said the founder of Sikh religion preached the message of peace and brotherhood. He expressed the confidence that through this coin his message will reach every household.

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