Historic moment in state as CM completes process to give government jobs to 54,422 youth

Slams previous regimes for ruining the future of youth by depriving them of government jobs

Says no dearth of funds for giving impetus to overall development of the state

Chandigarh, June 21:Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday continued his initiative to provide government jobs to the youth by completing the process of handing over appointment letters to 54,422 individuals.

“I stand here today to distribute job letters to 281 newly selected youth, which is a testament to my government’s commitment to providing jobs in a fair and transparent manner,” said the Chief Minister.

Addressing the gathering after distributing the appointment letters, the Chief Minister stated that the corrupt and regressive policies of previous regimes had jeopardized the future of the state’s youth. He said many young people received jobs late because earlier governments had shown no real concern for employment generation, betraying the people of Punjab. Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that while the families of these political leaders are well-settled, they left no stone unturned to damage the careers of ordinary youth.

In contrast, the Chief Minister highlighted that the state government has recruited 54,141 candidates across various departments since April 1, 2022. He said that with the current batch, this figure has now reached 54,422. Calling it a historic day – both due to its astronomical significance as the longest day of the year and for the new recruits, Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasised that these jobs were earned through hard work adding that this is not their last job opportunity as the government is preparing to offer many more.

Bhagwant Singh Mann accused traditional political leaders of colluding behind the scenes for personal gains while pretending to oppose each other in public. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that These leaders spit venom against one another from public stages but embrace each other at private functions – exposing their hypocrisy. “In villages, people fight over political differences while the leaders attend each other’s celebrations,” he said.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed that all recruitments have been made purely on merit, with candidates clearing competitive exams. He said the core agenda of his government has been to empower the youth by integrating them into governance, thus enabling them to contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of the state and country. Bhagwant Singh Mann urged the new recruits to serve the people with a missionary zeal, describing them as now being integral parts of the government.

The Chief Minister expressed hope that they would use their positions to help the underprivileged and contribute to public welfare. Comparing the government’s support to airport runways that enable planes to take flight, Bhagwant Singh Mann said the state administration is helping youth achieve their ambitions by leaving no stone unturned in this noble mission. He encouraged the youth to carve out their own identities and strive to leave their mark in society.

“The sky’s the limit,” the Chief Minister remarked, while urging them to remain grounded and believe in the power of hard work – the true key to success. He appealed to them to stay in Punjab and explore the vast opportunities the state has to offer. In a major push for youth empowerment, Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the establishment of UPSC coaching centers across Punjab.

The Chief Minister said that These centers will be equipped with libraries, hostels, and other essential facilities to provide quality training for national-level competitive exams. Bhagwant Singh Mann stressed that these initiatives will ensure Punjab’s youth are well-prepared to excel at the national stage. He also criticized the political parties previously in power for merely playing “musical chairs” to loot the state every five years.

The Chief Minister said the people have now chosen his government to serve them, and they are working hard to meet public expectations. He pointed out that opposition leaders criticize him daily out of envy over his government’s pro-people policies. Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasized that his government is striving to ensure every state employee receives a respectable salary, enabling them to live with dignity.

The Chief Minister lamented that in the past, some teachers earned as little as ₹6,000—less than what is offered under the MGNREGA scheme. He said his government is making all-out efforts to provide adequate compensation to government employees so they can support their families properly. Contrary to previous governments, which often complained of an empty treasury, Bhagwant Singh Mann affirmed that his administration is utilizing public funds to drive economic growth and public welfare.

The Chief Minister noted that neither he nor any of his ministers have ever claimed the exchequer is hollow. However, he said that now every single penny of the state is being utilised for the development of the state. “A former Finance Minister used to repeat that rhetoric, which significantly hampered the state’s development,” he concluded.

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Newly Recruited Youth Hail CM for Transforming Their Destiny

Chandigarh, June 21:Newly recruited youth on Saturday hailed Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for transforming their destiny by providing jobs purely on the basis of merit.

Dr. Jaswinder, a newly appointed Assistant Professor from Patiala, praised the Chief Minister for ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. She said it was a dream come true for her and her family.

Manpreet Kaur from Sunam shared that she had almost lost hope of securing a government job and had even appeared for the IELTS exam to go abroad. However, the opportunity provided by the state government enabled her to realize her dreams. She expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Minister.

Kunal Thakur from Dhar Kalan, Pathankot, applauded the recruitment process, calling it completely fair and transparent. He said it was a proud moment to see the Chief Minister in person, adding that the CM has truly transformed their lives.

Another newly recruited Assistant District Attorney also appreciated the transparent hiring process and expressed pride in getting the opportunity to serve the state.

One of the candidates shared that this is his third job opportunity, thanks to the Mann-led Punjab government. He said he has now been appointed as a Junior Engineer (JE) in Sub Station, crediting the state government for the achievement.

An emotional candidate from Jalandhar said that he is the son of a serviceman and that his father had recently suffered a heart attack and was hospitalized. After receiving his appointment, he said his father began recovering, and he expressed heartfelt thanks to the Chief Minister for this turnaround.

Kaushal Sharma from Bathinda affirmed that the entire recruitment process was truly transparent. He also lauded the Chief Minister for providing jobs to over 54,000 youth, making them an integral part of the state’s development.

Another candidate from Abohar, selected as a JE in PSPCL, described this as a golden moment in his life. He emphasized that the job was awarded purely on merit and credited the CM-led government with transforming the lives of thousands by giving them a chance to serve Punjab.

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International Day of Yoga 2025 celebrated at Punjab and Haryana High Court

Chandigarh, June 21:The International Day of Yoga 2025, was celebrated at the premises of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh under the aegis of Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice, Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh. The theme of this event was "Yoga for One Earth One Health" and this day was celebrated as per the guidelines received from Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, New Delhi. Hon'ble Judges, Members of Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association, officers and officials of the High Court participated in the event and showed huge enthusiasm while performing different Yoga Asanas and meditation.

On this occasion, the participants were apprised by Yoga Trainer about the benefits of Yoga being an invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition and that Yoga helps in physical development and mental relaxation as well as development of strength, flexibility and immunity. This is especially important in the present scenario when the mental and physical health of the people has come under dire stress. Yoga is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with ourselves, the world and nature.

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11th International Yoga Day celebrated on a grand scale in Punjab

Chandigarh, June 21-On the occasion of International Yoga Day, the state of Punjab created a new history this year and set an example for the whole of India. On the 11th International Yoga Day held on June 21, mass yoga sessions were organized simultaneously in all the blocks, villages and urban areas of 23 districts of Punjab. With this grand event, Punjab became the first state in the country where Yoga Day was celebrated on such a grand scale.

The participation of citizens in this state-level event was very encouraging. Thousands of people from different age groups participated in the yoga sessions and not only demonstrated their awareness towards health but also resolved to make yoga a part of their lifestyle. The program saw active participation from every section of the society including administrative officers, public representatives, senior citizens and students.

The role of ‘CM’s Yogashala’ was very important in this event. The district coordinators and trainers of the organization conducted the programs organized across the state and contributed significantly in connecting the public with Yoga. The program was successfully completed due to the dedicated efforts and effective coordination by the trainers at the district level.

CM's Yogashala not only provided technical support but also conducted a comprehensive awareness campaign in all the districts, so that a large number of people could join this campaign.

It is worth mentioning that 4,709 yoga classes are being actively conducted in Punjab daily and more than 2,15,000 people are participating in these free yoga classes daily.

Since the inception of the scheme, more than 5 lakh citizens have benefited from this initiative.

CM's Yogashala has so far reached 1,196 villages, due to which awareness about Yoga is increasing in rural areas as well.

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Mann Government Committed to Child Protection; Strict Action to Eradicate Child Begging in Punjab, Beggary Act to be Amended: Dr. Baljit Kaur

Action to be intensified against rackets forcing children to beg at traffic lights anintersections; special teams to be deployed

Children to be rescued and rehabilitated under 'Project Jeevanjot' and 'Smile'; child trafficking to be monitored through DNA testing

Chandigarh, June 21:The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, is firmly committed to the protection of children and is adopting a sensitive yet stringent approach to eliminate the grave social evil of child begging. In a major step in this direction, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur announced that amendments will be made to the Punjab Prevention of Beggary Act (1971). These amendments will introduce stricter punishments and heavy penalties against racketeers, guardians, or parents found forcing children to beg at traffic lights and public intersections.

Sharing further details, Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that the Punjab Government, in coordination with the police and district administrations, has decided to form special teams to identify and act against those operating child begging rackets in cities and towns across the state. These teams will rescue children and provide them with proper medical care, education, and shelter under various government schemes aimed at their rehabilitation.

The Cabinet Minister has directed officials that if any person, parent, or guardian is caught forcing a child to beg, strict legal action will be taken against them under the Juvenile Justice Act, and such individuals will face severe punishment.

Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that since July 2024, ‘Project Jeevanjot’ has been running under the Juvenile Justice Act across all districts of the state, under which 286 children have been rescued so far. These rescued children are being provided with comprehensive care, safety, and welfare services.

Further elaborating, the Minister said that within this year, a pilot project titled ‘Project Smile’ will be launched in five major cities of Punjab — Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, SAS Nagar, and Bathinda. Under this initiative, street and market-dwelling child beggars will be identified, and their DNA tests will be conducted to ascertain their family ties, enabling authorities to check incidents of child trafficking and human trade.

The Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister has also issued directions to all Deputy Commissioners to declare their respective districts as ‘Beggar-Free’ and ensure regular monitoring in this regard.

Concluding her remarks, Dr. Baljit Kaur reiterated the Punjab Government’s commitment that “every child’s future must be safe and secure, and creating a child beggar-free Punjab is our foremost priority.” She also appealed to the public to actively cooperate with the government in eradicating the social evil of begging and help build a bright, secure future for the children of the state.