The Chandigarh Administration celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day)today, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: the Iron Man of India, by organising a ‘Run for Unity’ from Sukhna Lake to the Capitol Complex Tourist Centre to promote the values of national unity, integrity and brotherhood and highlight his contribution to the integration of the country after Independence.

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MY Bharat Chandigarh, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, is organising a seven-day National-Level Vande Mataram Camp at Panjab University, Chandigarh, from 28 October to 3 November 2026.

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The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 500 female students, who engaged in an interactive dialogue with the Chief Guest, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, Union Territory of Chandigarh, on electoral awareness, democratic values and responsible citizenship.

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Prof. Simrit Kahlon, Chief Vigilance Officer, Panjab University, Chandigarh, addressed faculty members and students, highlighting the significance of integrity, transparency and accountability in building a corruption-free society.

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The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, today inaugurated Hunar Utsav 2026 – कौशल, संस्कृति, समृद्धि, the first-ever skill fest organised by the Department of School Education, Chandigarh Administration, at Sukhna Lake.

Prof. (Dr.) Anita Kaushal, Principal, congratulated the participating students, award winners and their mentors on this landmark achievement

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Recalling the teachings of Bhagwan Valmiki Ji, he urged people to imbibe his ideals in their lives and promote social harmony, mutual goodwill and moral values in society.

The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, today visited Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, to review the Dhan Guru Ram Das Langar Sewa and Transport Nagar, Sector 26

Sh. C. B. Ojha directed the concerned officers to ensure timely completion of all necessary works and maintain effective coordination among departments so that essential facilities are in place well before the commencement of the festival.

CCET Principal Dr. Manpreet Singh Gujral addressed the inaugural session in the presence of Dr. Jatinder Madan, Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department and Faculty Advisor of the ASME Student Section

Dr. Mahinder Singh, Joint Director Sports, Chandigarh Administration, attended the closing ceremony as the Chief Guest, formally concluded the tournament and distributed prizes to the winners. He congratulated the young players and encouraged them to continue working hard, uphold sportsmanship, and strive for excellence in their sporting careers.

The MoU was signed by Shri Nishant Kumar Yadav, IAS, Deputy Commissioner-cum-Excise and Taxation Commissioner, Chandigarh, on behalf of the Chandigarh Administration, and Shri Sivakumar Bose, Chief General Manager, Department of Government and Bank Accounts, RBI. Officials from the Excise and Taxation Department and the RBI were present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Finance Secretary, Chandigarh Administration, Shri Diprava Lakra said the conference was a positive step towards promoting technology-based solutions for persons with disabilities.

During her address, Smt. Nidhi Bhargava, General Manager, Punjab National Bank, urged citizens to make use of government financial schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY).

The Administrator said the initiative follows Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s teachings of “Kirat Karo, Naam Japo, Vand Chhako” and the message of Sarbat Da Bhala (welfare of all)