The birthday of Sri Guru Nabha Dass Ji is observed in Punjab on April 8 each year. This holiday commemorates the birth of a Hindu saint and theologian, known for authoring the sacred poem Bhaktamal, which includes biographies of over 200 devotees of God. Nabha Dass was born in 1537 in Bhadrachalam, Telangana, and was raised by two saints after the death of his parents. His magnum opus, released in 1585 at Ghalta Dham temple near Jaipur, is considered an important historical source for various Hindu denominations. The celebration typically involves religious ceremonies and public events to honor his memory, and it is recognized as a restricted holiday, allowing Punjabi government employees to choose it as one of their additional holidays.