CM PATS GIRL STUDENTS OF AMRITSAR SCHOOL FOR MANUFACTURING CHIP FOR ISRO
HANDS OVER CHEQUE WORTH RS 3 LAKH TO STUDENTS FOR THEIR EXPENSES TO SRI HARIKOTA
Amritsar, February 7-Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday felicitated the girls students of Government Senior Secondary school (Girls) of the city for making a chip which has been installed in a Satellite produced at ISRO.
The Chief Minister congratulated these students of the school situated on the Mall Road, for the rare feat and extended them best wishes for the future. He said that the rare accomplishments of these students will inspire the other students in the coming future to achieve such goals. Bhagwant Mann said that this is a proud moment for the entire state and its people adding that it has once again reflected that Punjab has immense talent which needs to be channelized well.
The Chief Minister said that the bright students of this school have proved that there is no dearth of innovation and expertise amongst the students of Punjab. He said that given a platform these students can excel in any field due to which the state government will make every effort to encourage them. Bhagwant Mann said that the ‘Schools of Eminence’ being set up by the Punjab government across the state is one such humble effort.
The Chief Minister envisioned that these schools will groom the students for the future competitions as per their own interests. He said that this will help the students excel in the field of their choice and enable them to compete with their convent educated peers globally. Bhagwant Mann also handed over a cheque worth Rs 3 lakh to the students to bear the expenses for SriHarikota adding he said that no stone will be left unturned to facilitate the students for such noble cause.
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POLITICAL STABILITY AND QUICK DECISION MAKING MECHANISM TO MAKE PUNJAB A FRONT RUNNING INDUSTRIAL STATE IN THE COUNTRY: CM TO INDUSTRIALISTS AT AMRITSAR
ANNOUNCES TO GIVE MAJOR BOOST TO THE TOURISM INDUSTRY IN THE STATE
SAYS PREFERENCE TO BE GIVEN TO LOCAL INDUSTRY OVER THE OUTSIDE PLAYERS
ASSERTS THAT AGRO-BASED INDUSTRY TO BE PROMOTED IN A BIG WAY
INVITES INDUSTRIAL CAPTAINS TO BE PART OF INVEST PUNJAB SUMMIT
Amritsar, February 7-Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday said that current political stability and quick decision making mechanism along with out of box ideas will soon make Punjab a front running industrial state in the country.
The Chief Minister, while interacting with the industrialists here today during the run up for progressive Punjab Investment Summit scheduled to be held on February 23-24 at Mohali, said that Punjabis are born to be number one as they have traits of hard work and dedication in their blood. He said that due to this spirit the Punjabis have always excelled in every sphere adding that the entrepreneurs from the state have carved a niche for themselves across the globe. Bhagwant Mann said that the day is not far when Punjab will be on the high growth trajectory of Industrial growth.
Announcing a major boost to the Tourism industry across the state by harnessing the immense potential of this sector, the Chief Minister said that the state is blessed with several natural resources which can be developed into international tourist points. He said that the state government is coming up with a concrete proposal for developing Ranjit Sagar Dam, Chohal Dam, Nurpur Bedi and others into state of the art tourist destinations. Bhagwant Mann said that these tourist spots have huge potential to put the state on the roadmap of international tourism.
The Chief Minister said that the holy city will be further developed into a hub of religious and patriotic tourism. He said that no stone will be left for this noble cause and every effort will be made for the promotion of the tourism sector. Bhagwant Mann envisioned that the day is not far when the state will attract tourists from across the globe.
The Chief Minister assured the local industrialists that while promoting the tourism sector preference will be given to the local industry. He said that rather than inviting the big players from within the country and abroad priority will be given to the local industrialists for developing these tourism spots. Bhagwant Mann said that this will allow the local industrialists to flex their muscles in the sector and emerge Punjab as a hub of tourism.
The Chief Minister also said that the state government is also planning to boost the agro-industry in a big way. He said that Punjab produces 80% of the total Basmati produced in the country adding that this production will be further enhanced in the coming days. Bhagwant Mann said that this will revolutionise the industrial sector on one hand and supplement the income of farmers besides saving the precious natural resource in the form of water.
The Chief Minister, while striking an emotional chord with the entrepreneurs, asked them not to go anywhere and rather focus on expanding their business here to serve their motherland. He said that the state government is already providing a conducive environment to industry in the state. Bhagwant Mann said that Punjabi entrepreneurs have proved their mettle across the globe and now they should focus on growth within the state.
The Chief Minister said that this will open new vistas of employment for youth besides giving a major push to industry. He also announced that the state government will soon introduce colour coding for stamp papers to facilitate the industrialists for early clearance of their projects. Bhagwant Mann said that massive efforts are also afoot for starting domestic flights from Adampur, Halwara and Bhisiana airports to facilitate the industry.
The Chief Minister quipped that earlier the industries used to sign MOUs with the families in power but ever since he has assumed charge of government, the agreements are signed for people of state. He said that earlier the affluent families used to get benefit of these agreements but now Punjabis will enjoy its fruits. Bhagwant Mann said that this is because his government is working untiringly for the well being of every strata of society.
The Chief Minister said that the state government has introduced the new industrial Policy for Punjab to give further impetus to Industry and commerce. He said that this policy has been framed after due consultations with all the stakeholders especially the industrialists. Bhagwant Mann said that any other suggestion in regard to this policy is always welcome.
The Chief Minister quipped that the traditional political parties are envious of him because they are not able to digest that the son of a common man is governing the state effectively. He said that the people of the state have lost their faith in the traditional political parties because of their anti-people and anti-Punjab stance adding that the wise and brave people of the state had ousted these parties during the 2022 assembly polls due to which they are frustrated now. Bhagwant Mann said that the leaders of these parties are now ganging up with each other to mislead the people.
However, the Chief Minister unequivocally said that all these things will not deter him from taking path breaking initiatives for welfare of the state and prosperity of its people. He said that the day is not far when due to concerted efforts of the state government, Punjab will witness holistic progress in every sphere. Bhagwant Mann also solicited fulsome support and cooperation of people for this cause.
On the occasion Cabinet Ministers Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, Inderbir Singh Nijjer, Anmol Gagan Mann, Harbhajan Singh ETO Laljit Singh Bhullar and others were also present.
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CM ANNOUNCES TO LAY MAJOR THRUST ON DEVELOPMENT OF INDUSTRY IN BORDER DISTRICTS OF THE STATE
ASSAILS PREVIOUS STATE GOVERNMENTS FOR IGNORING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE BORDER AREAS
SAYS IMMENSE POTENTIAL OF TOURISM INDUSTRY TO TAPPED
INVITES INDUSTRIALISTS TO BE PART OF INVEST PUNJAB SUMMIT SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE ON FEBRUARY 23-24 AT MOHALI
Pathankot, February 7: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday announced a major thrust on the development of the industry in the border districts of the state to further propel the economic activity in the state.
The Chief Minister, while interacting with the industrialists here as a part of the run up of the Invest Punjab Summit slated to take place on February 23-24 at Mohali, slammed the successive governments in the state for completely ignoring the border belt of the state. He said that these governments have completely betrayed the residents of border districts by neglecting their immense contribution for the country. Bhagwant Mann described the residents of border areas as ‘true patriots’ adding that they have braved every odd for the sake of preserving the unity and integrity of the country.
The Chief Minister said that division of the country and wars with Pakistan in the post-independence era had given a fatal blow to the development and prosperity of the border towns of Punjab. He said that these towns which were once the industrial and trading hubs of the undivided Punjab have been now reduced to petty trading centers. Likewise, Bhagwant Mann said that not only this but the people of these border cities had to bear the brunt of even slightest tension at the border.
However, the Chief Minister bemoaned that instead of recognizing the enormous contribution of these people in preserving the unity and integrity of the country, the previous state governments have completely turned a blind eye towards these areas. He said that these hard working, brave and resilient people of these towns had contributed immensely by developing the industries in the state. However, Bhagwant Mann said that the state governments did nothing to promote their industry.
The Chief Minister asserted that the state government will soon develop a blueprint for comprehensive development of the industry in the border towns. He said that is the need of hour for developing Punjab as ‘hub of industry’ on one hand and opening new vistas of employment for the youth on the other. Announcing a major boost to the Tourism industry across the state by harnessing the immense potential of this sector, Bhagwant Mann, while citing the example of Ranjit Sagar Dam, said that the state is blessed with several natural resources which can be developed into international tourist destinations.
The Chief Minister envisioned that these tourist spots have huge potential to put the state on the roadmap of international tourism. He said that the state government will make concerted efforts for safeguarding, promoting and expanding the existing industrial units in the state. Bhagwant Mann said that the industrialists have played a key role in socio-economic growth of the country adding that these industries have carved a niche for them across the globe and the state government will make every effort to ensure that their interests are safeguarded.
The Chief Minister said that no stone will be left unturned to ensure that these existing units compete well with the other industries at the national and international level. He further said that the main motive of organizing these interactive sessions across the state is to ensure maximum participation of the local industry in the progressive Punjab investors summit slated to take place at Mohali on February 23-24. Bhagwant Mann said that the participation of the local industry is the need of the hour to showcase the vast potential of the state to the world.
The Chief Minister reiterated that the local industry should become the brand ambassador of state for emerging it as an industrial hub across the globe. He said that the state government has provided the most Conducive environment to the industry in the state. Bhagwant Mann said that a Punjabi is a born entrepreneur and every one of us must make efforts to put the state on a high orbit of industrial growth trajectory.
The Chief Minister said that he had gone to Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai to invite the industrialists to the summit. He said that the industrial honchos in these metros were surprised to note the vast potential of industrial growth in the state. Bhagwant Mann said that due to strenuous efforts of the state government these industrialists are now ready to invest in Punjab.
The Chief Minister said that the state government has introduced the new industrial Policy for Punjab to give further impetus to Industry and commerce. He said that this policy has been framed after due consultations with all the stakeholders especially the industrialists. Bhagwant Mann said that further suggestions by the industrialists in this regard are also welcome to give fillip to the industry.
On the occasion Cabinet Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchak and Anmol Gagan Mann, Principal Secretary Industries Dilip Kumar, CEO Invest Punjab KK Yadav and others were also present.
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PVS SPEAKER SANDHWAN HOLDS DISCUSSION WITH MLAS AND SCHOLARS TO IMPLEMENT PUNJABI LANGUAGE IN HIGH COURT & LOWER COURTS UNDER ESTABLISHED LAWS
Chandigarh, February 7:In order to promote mother tongue Punjabi, Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, on Tuesday, held meeting with the MLAs, scholars and language activists to implement the Punjabi language in the High Court and lower courts of the state in light of the established laws.
Presiding over the meeting to discuss matters related to promoting the mother-tongue Punjabi, to provide detailed information about the issues to the legislators and to implement Punjabi in the courts, Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led state government was making constant efforts to give due respect to the mother tongue Punjabi, and the government and private institutions have been urged to write Punjabi as a first language on their signage/boards by the International Mother Language Day on February 21.
The speaker said that during the discussion, important ideas came out such as implementing Punjabi in the upper and lower courts under the established laws, to enact library act in the state, linking mother-tongue with employment, improving the Punjabi language proficiency of the teachers, correctness of translation, implementation of Punjabi in private schools from nursery level, use of Punjabi language by bureaucrats and strengthening linguistic institutions. The meeting was attended by Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, Vidhan Sabha Deputy Speaker Mr. Jai Krishan Singh Rori, Mr. Manjit Singh Bilaspur, Mr. Kulwant Singh Pandori, Mr. Mohammad Jamil-ur-Rehman, Mr. Karambir Singh Ghuman (all MLAs) and others.
During the discussion, the language activist and legal scholar Mr. Mitter Sen Meet, while referring to the established laws, said that legal work in the Punjabi can be implemented in the Punjab and Haryana High Court through the Governor. Similarly, implementation of Punjabi language can be ensured in the lower courts by the state government. He also spoke on reviving the Punjab State Language Legislative Commission for the purpose of translation of legal norms. Mr. Lakhwinder Singh Johal, President of Punjabi Sahitya Akademi Ludhiana, expressed views for improving the status of Punjabi at the academic level and connecting the mother tongue with skill development and employment. Kendri Punjabi Lekhak Sabha President Mr. Darshan Buttar asked to empower the language department, while Kendri Punjabi Lekhak Sabha (Sekhon) President Mr. Pawan Harchandpuri suggested that instructions from the secretariat level should be issued in Punjabi language.
Sikh historian and scholar Dr. Harpal Singh Pannu said teachers should be aware of the nuances of the Punjabi language. He said, Punjabi University and language department should be asked to re-start the process of translation in classic form through those persons, who are thoroughly well-versed with Punjab and Punjabi culture. Punjab School Education Board Chairman Dr. Yograj, while giving the example of French language, said that the language implemented by the state always spreads widely. He also batted for the strengthening of linguistic infrastructure.
Prof. Arvind, Vice Chancellor, Punjabi University Patiala and Ms. Virpal Kaur, Director, Language Department Punjab hailed the state government decision to promote Punjabi language and said that their institutions will provide fulsome support in providing vocabulary in mother tongue for law and medical studies and strengthening the linguistic infrastructure.
Senior Journalists Mr. Charanjit Bhullar, Mr. Jai Singh Chhibbar, Mr. Deepak Chanarthal and Mr. Harjinder Singh Lal discussed the transformation of education system to Punjabi, strengthening linguistic institutions, Punjabi compulsory for bureaucracy and its implementation in state capital, giving due respect to writers, state patronage for strengthening of Punjabi language and implementation of Punjabi in the revenue courts of the state.
Senior journalist Mr. Satnam Manak, while rejecting the concept of one nation, said that the beauty of the country lies in its diversity. He said, library act is the need of the hour, which will enable the state to get central grants. He also advocated setting up of the Punjab State Language Commission on the lines of Andhra Pradesh.
MLA Principal Budh Ram and Dr. Manjinder Singh, Head Punjabi Department, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar also expressed their views for the betterment of the mother tongue Punjabi.
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VIGILANCE BUREAU ARRESTS JUNIOR ENGINEER PSPCL TAKING BRIBE RS 20,000
Chandigarh, February 7:The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its ongoing campaign against corruption in the State, as directed by the Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann, arrested a Junior Engineer (JE) Bakhshish Singh for taking a bribe of Rs 20,000.
Disclosing this here today, a spokesperson of the VB said the accused JE Bakshish Singh, posted at PSPCL sub-station Guru Harsahai, Ferozepur district has been arrested on the complaint of Dalip Singh, of village Kuti, and Pawan Kumar of Guru Harsahai, Ferozepur district.
Giving details he informed that the complainants have approached the VB and alleged that the above said JE had demanded and taken a bribe of Rs. 20,000 in four instalments in lieu of installation of electricity meter and transformer at his flour mill in village Mothan Wala, in Ferozepur. He further informed that the complainant has recorded the entire conversation and made video clips while handing over bribes at different times to the accused official.
The spokesperson said after verifying this complaint, the VB has registered a corruption case against the accused official after finding him guilty for taking a bribe money of Rs. 20,000 from the complainant.
He informed that a case under Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered against the accused at VB police station, Ferozepur and further investigation was under progress.
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STATE TO REDUCE PADDY STRAW BURNING INSTANCES BY 50 PERCENT: JANJUA
CAQM CHAIRPERSON DR. KUTTY CHAIRS HIGH LEVEL MEETING ON PADDY CROP RESIDUE MANAGEMENT
Chandigarh, February 7:Punjab Chief Secretary Vijay Kumar Janjua has assured the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) that state will reduce the fire instances by 50% in comparison with 2022. He said that Bhagwant Mann led State Government is taking every step to effectively tackle air pollution.
In a meeting chaired by Dr. M.M. Kutty, Chairperson of the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region with the senior officers and all Deputy Commissioners of the state, the plan was discussed for paddy crop residue management in respect of the coming kharif harvesting season in Punjab.
The Deputy Commissioners briefed the Chairperson about the steps taken by the state government for crop residue management in the state. Dr. M.M. Kutty was happy with the steps taken by Punjab to curb stubble burning and congratulated on 30% reduction in number of fire instances. He has directed all the DCs to prepare action plans for 2023 in advance. He appreciated concerned districts who are doing exceptional work regarding this specially Deputy Commissioner Ludhiana and Malerkotla.
Chief Secretary Mr. Janjua highlighted the initiatives taken by the State Government for managing stubble including solving issues of ex-situ industries, promoting crop diversification and providing adequate in-situ management machines. He said that on the directions of Chief Minister, State Government is working on using paddy straw as Animal Fodder, promote cotton crop and sowing the short duration variety of paddy. He said that field officers are capable to handle this issue and are working with full zeal and enthusiasm. He further added that state government would also hold awareness campaign for farmers regarding harmful effects of paddy straw burning especially on the soil fertility.
During the meeting Member Secretary CAQM Arvind Nautiyal put forward a presentation on in-situ and ex-situ management strategies and way forward for the State.
Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) Chairman Prof. Adarsh Pal Vig briefed about steps taken by the board to counter air pollution.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary Power Tejveer Singh, Secretary Environment Sumer Singh Gurjar, Member Secretary PPCB GS Majithia and all deputy commissioners.
Later, the Chief Secretary Mr. Janjua honoured Dr. Kutty and Mr. Nautiyal.
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PUNJAB STATE CHILD RIGHTS PROTECTION COMMISSION HOLDS MEETING WITH VICE CHAIRMAN AND GROUP MEMBERS AT MOHALI
REDRESSAL OF COMPLAINTS RECEIVED BY THE COMMISSION AND INSTRUCTIONS TO ACT ON SUO-MOTO NOTICE
SCHOOL BUS CRUSHES DOG AT GURDASPUR, THE DOG OWNERS CREATED A COMMOTION, COMMISSION DIRECTS SSP FOR STRICT ACTION
Chandigarh 07, February:Punjab State Child Rights Protection Commission Chairman Kanwardeep Singh chaired a meeting of the Vice Chairman and group members today at Forest Bhawan Sector 68 SAS Nagar. During the meeting, the complaints received from January 9 to February 6 were carefully considered and were settled by the Commission.
On this occasion, while giving more information, Chairman Kanwardeep Singh said that the maximum complaints were settled during the meeting and it is also approved to issue Suo-Moto Notice by the House. He said that instructions have been issued to the transporters to follow the Safe School Vehicle Scheme issued by the state government.
Apart from this, he said that a decision for strict action regarding the promotion of songs and videos promoting drug and gun culture on social sites has also been taken.
The chairman of the commission informed that the viral news on social media sites that a school bus cruses a dog in Gurdaspur, the dog owners surrounded the bus and created a ruckus due to which the school children started crying in fear. He added that SSP of the district has been instructed to take strict action in this regard.
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PUNJAB POLICE ACTION AGAINST DRUGS GETS PUBLIC SUPPORT
— PUNJAB POLICE REACH OUT TO REHABILITATION CENTRES FOR ENCOURAGING YOUTH TO RETURN TO MAINSTREAM
— PEOPLE VOW TO SUPPORT PUNJAB POLICE IN THE WAR AGAINST DRUGS
Chandigarh, February 7:Punjab Police's drive against drugs launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has started yielding positive results as the public extended fulsome support to the Punjab Police to make Punjab a drug-free state.
Punjab Police have been carrying out Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) at drug hotspots in the state from time to time and people from all sections of society are very happy with the action of the force and cooperating with the Police teams.
Harpinder Singh, Sarpanch of village Kharaurhi (Fatehgarh Sahib), which has been declared as a Drug-Free Village by Panchayat, thanked Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and the Punjab Police for launching a war against drugs. He on the behalf of the panchayat extended fulsome support in this war to make Punjab a drug-free state.
Police teams led by Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) on Monday conducted CASOs and special Naka Bandis in five districts including Fatehgarh Sahib, Tarn Taran, Pathankot, Hoshiarpur and Amritsar Rural. Police teams, on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav, also visited the rehabilitation centres to motivate the people undergoing the treatment of drug addiction to return to the mainstream to start a new life.
The DGP said that the Police teams have received an overwhelming response and great support from the public during this special operation carried out in five districts. He also exhorted the public to share inputs with the Police in case they get to know about anyone selling/consuming drugs.
Amritsar Rural police have visited the rehabilitation centre at Khiyala to interact with the youth, who are under treatment, to motivate them to shun drugs to lead a dignified life in society. Police boosted their morale with one-to-one interaction and encouraged them to return to the mainstream and also offered them sweets and fruits, besides, playing games with them.
Hoshiarpur Police carried out CASO in the village Bhungarni and registered two FIRs under the NDPS act. The Police teams have also motivated nine addicted youths and got them admitted at the de-addiction centre in Hoshiarpur for treatment.
In Fatehgarh Sahib, police conducted CASO and strong Naka Bandi, the Police teams have also visited the village Kharaurhi, where Panchayat has declared the village Drug Free by passing a resolution. Interestingly, people from all sections of society were present and they all were very happy with the action against drugs by the Punjab Police. Similarly, activities were also carried out in the districts of Tarn Taran and Pathankot.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said that the Punjab Police have not been leaving any stone unturned to make Punjab a drug-free state as per the vision of CM Bhagwant Mann. He said that extensive anti-drug drives have been launched by the Punjab Police to combat the menace of drugs from the border State.
“Our anti-drug drive received a major push today after the people of Punjab extended fulsome support to the Punjab Police to realise the dream of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to make Punjab a drug-free state,” he said.
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Sports Minister Meet Hayer honours Indian Hockey players
Punjab will continue to lead country in Hockey: Meet Hayer
Olympic medal winning players will get class one jobs soon
Sports Minister wishes all the best for Asian and Olympic Games
Chandigarh, February 7-Punjab Sports Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, while honouring the players of the Indian Hockey team at his official residence, said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will soon hand over letters of appointment of class one jobs to the Olympic medal winning Hockey players.
Meet Hayer said that the State Government will leave no stone unturned to make Punjab a leader in sports and Punjab, known as the nursery of hockey, will continue to lead the country in this sport. He also sought suggestions from the players to further promote the Hockey in the state. The Sports Minister also took part in deliberations regarding strengthening the infrastructure of the Hockey and starting a Hockey league in the state.
Meet Hayer said that it is a matter of pride for Punjab that there are 10 players from the state including the Captain of the team. He also wished the players for this year's Asian Games and next year's Paris Olympics Games. Advising the players not to lose heart when the results in the World Cup did not come as expected, he said that winning and losing are part of the game.
Speaking to the Indian hockey players, the Sports Minister said, “You are our pride and a role model for the youth, so you have a great influence on our young players, hence you should encourage the new players in your respective fields. Your encouragement will serve as support to the children.”
The captain of the Indian Hockey team, Harmanpreet Singh, assured the Sports Minister that in the coming competitions, they will make every effort to bring honour to the country and the state and improve their performance. Manpreet Singh, the midfielder of the team and the captain of India in the Olympic Games, thanked the Punjab Government for encouraging the players.
The Sports Minister honoured the Punjabi players who were part of the Indian hockey team, including Captain Harmanpreet Singh, Manpreet Singh, Mandeep Singh, Hardik Singh, Akashdeep Singh, Varun Kumar, Shamsher Singh, Krishna Pathak and Sukhjit Singh. On this occasion, Rupinder Pal Singh, Dilpreet Singh and Simranjeet Singh who won Olympic medals were also honoured.
On the occasion, the Players gifted a hockey stick and a T-Shirt carrying the autographs of the team to the Minister.
Principal Secretary Raj Kamal Chaudhary and Director Amit Talwar were also present on this occasion.