New Delhi/Chandigarh, May 25:In a determined effort to fast-track the developmental agenda of Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh, visited New Delhi where he held meetings with several Union Ministers.

During his visit, Shri Kataria held detailed discussions with: Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports and Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Minister for Communications

The meetings emphasized the Governor’s commitment to improving road and rail connectivity, revamping urban transport systems, and upgrading infrastructure to meet the needs of a growing population. Special focus was placed on enhancing employment opportunities for youth and unlocking potential in the tourism and sports sectors.

A key agenda item was tackling the drug menace, which remains a serious concern in Punjab and Chandigarh. The Governor sought greater collaboration with central agencies to strengthen surveillance, improve rehabilitation services, and expand awareness programs, especially targeting the youth.

These engagements aimed to secure stronger central support and coordination on crucial regional issues—including infrastructure expansion, employment generation, youth engagement, public transport modernization, and combating drug abuse.

The Governor also met with senior ministers from the Government of Rajasthan—Shri Jogaram Patel, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Law and Legal Affairs, and Shri Jawahar Singh Bedam, Minister of State for Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries. These discussions focused on inter-state cooperation and the exchange of best practices in governance.