Chandigarh, March 23:The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria visited the Museum of Trees, Village-Daria, Chandigarh to mark the martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed Bhagat Singh by watering a genetically cloned Beri tree today. The original tree was planted by Bhagat Singh at his ancestral home in Bangey village, Faisalabad (Pakistan), in 1917, when he was only ten years old.

The Governor paid tribute to the courage and ideals of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. He said that Shaheed Bhagat Singh continues to inspire generations with his patriotism, conviction and fearless spirit. He urged the youth to follow his ideals and work towards nation-building with dedication and responsibility.

The Governor also appreciated the efforts of the Museum of Trees, Chandigarh, to preserve historically significant trees through scientific methods and emphasized the need to protect heritage associated with national heroes. He called upon citizens, especially the younger generation, to draw inspiration from Shaheed Bhagat Singh and contribute towards preserving both the environment and the nation’s legacy.

DS Jaspal, retired IAS and Creator of the Museum of Trees, highlighted the Museum’s role in preserving spiritual and historical heritage through genetic cloning of significant trees. He emphasized that India’s heritage lives not only in monuments but also in trees, stressing the importance of conserving them for future generations.

The Governor was accompanied by his Principal Secretary, Vivek Pratap Singh. During the programme, the museum team shared information about their work in conserving genetically true replicas of important and sacred trees.