*Historic Transformation of Technical Education in Punjab; Bhagwant Mann Govt Gives Massive Industry Exposure to Students to Become Job-Ready*

*•Bhagwant Mann Govt to Support Polytechnic Students During 4-Month Industry Internships, With ₹20,000 Financial Assistance*

*•No Family-Income Bar For Polytechnic Students, Enabling Industrial Exposure & Job-Readiness: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann*

*•Education Must Equip Students With Practical Skills & Industry Experience to Build Meaningful Careers, Not Just Degrees: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann*

*•Punjab Sikhiya Kranti Makes Technical Education More Practical & Industry-Oriented, Helps Students Transition from Classrooms to Industry: Harjot Singh Bains*

*•Financial Assistance Will Help Me Focus On Learning & Gaining Industry Experience: Student, Govt Polytechnic College Mohali Khunimajra*

CHANDIGARH; 11th November 2026:The Bhagwant Mann government is stepping in to ensure that financial constraints do not stop students from gaining the industry experience needed to build their careers. Under Punjab Sikhiya Kranti, the government will support polytechnic students in undertaking 4-month industrial internships, helping them acquire practical skills and become more employable.

Under this initiative, 1,700 students will receive ₹5,000 per month for up to 4 months and no family-income limit. The initiative will cover sixth-semester students of the 2024–27 batch across six diploma streams, enabling them to gain practical industry experience without financial constraints.

On this, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “Every young person should have the opportunity to turn education into a meaningful career. Through Punjab Sikhiya Kranti, we are working to ensure that government institutions prepare students not just with qualifications, but with the skills and experience they need to succeed in life. This first-of-its-kind initiative for polytechnic students in Punjab is a step towards supporting our youth as they move from classrooms into the world of work and build a future of their own.”

Technical Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains added, “Industrial training is where students begin to apply what they have learnt in the classroom to real-world challenges. By providing financial assistance of up to ₹20,000 during this period, we want to support students as they gain hands-on experience, learn from industry professionals and prepare for employment. Our aim is to make technical education more practical, industry-oriented and responsive to the aspirations of Punjab’s youth.”

*Financial Assistance Will Help Me Focus on Practical Training & Career Preparation: Polytechnic Student*

A student from Govt Polytechnic College Mohali Khunimajra said: “This financial assistance will be a great support for me during my industrial training. It will help me manage some of my expenses and focus on learning new skills, gaining practical experience and understanding how things work in an industry. I believe this experience will help me prepare better for my career.”

*Students Receiving Other Stipends Can Get Assistance to Meet ₹5,000 Monthly Threshold*

Students already receiving a stipend or financial assistance from their industry or another source will also be eligible for support to bridge the difference if the amount received is below ₹5,000 per month, subject to prescribed conditions. The assistance will be linked to participation and progress during training, with students required to maintain at least 90% monthly attendance and submit verified attendance and progress reports. The final instalment will be released after successful completion of training and submission of the prescribed completion certificate.

*Initiative Under Punjab Sikhiya Kranti to Strengthen Industry-Oriented Technical Education*

Being implemented for the sixth semester of the 2024–27 batch, the initiative is part of the Bhagwant Mann Government’s broader effort under Punjab Sikhiya Kranti to make technical education more industry-oriented and equip students with the practical skills, confidence and exposure required for meaningful employment.

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*•This Award is outcome of services rendered during 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji: Harjot Singh Bains*

*•Honour belongs to every resident, sanitation worker, MC officials & volunteer: Bains*

Chandigarh/ New Delhi, November 11:In a proud moment for Punjab, Sri Anandpur Sahib, the birthplace of the Khalsa, has been declared “State First Swachh City of Punjab” under the Swachh Bharat Mission. Local Government Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains received the national honour presented by President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi, on Wednesday.

Paying obeisance to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib ji, who founded Sri Anandpur Sahib, Harjot Singh Bains said, “I believe this award is the outcome of the service rendered during the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. As MLA and Local Government Minister, I remain committed to the further development of Sri Anandpur Sahib. It is Guru Sahib’s boundless blessing that when Sri Anandpur Sahib receives an award today, I get the opportunity to serve this department.”

S. Harjot Singh Bains, who was accompanied by State Mission Director Swachh Bharat Mission & CEO PMIDC Ms. Deepti Uppal and Municipal Council, Sri Anandpur Sahib President Sh. Harjit Singh Jita during the award ceremony, attributed the recognition to a sustained, community-driven sanitation campaign carried out across the holy city.

The Local Government Minister informed that over 4,751 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) participated in the 10th edition of Swachh Survekshan (2025–26), out of which 63 ULBs were recognised for their outstanding performance in cleanliness and sanitation. Among them, Sri Anandpur Sahib has been honoured with the Best Swachh City of Punjab Award.

“This honour belongs to every resident, sanitation worker, councillor and volunteer who turned cleanliness into a people’s movement,” he said, while adding that the recognition holds special significance in view of Sri Anandpur Sahib’s religious and historical importance, with a large number of pilgrims and tourists visiting the town from across India and abroad. Priority has been given to cleaning roads, public spaces and surrounding areas, along with creating awareness among the public about sanitation.

S. Harjot Singh Bains said the award is a testament to the dedication of the Municipal Council team, officials and sanitation workers who work day and night.

“This national recognition will inspire us to further strengthen sanitation systems, protect the environment and preserve the beauty of the holy city,” he stated.

While urging the residents to make cleanliness a part of their daily life to sustain this achievement, S. Bains said that the honour is a proud moment for Punjab and proof that coordinated efforts by the government, administration and common people can yield exemplary results.