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Sewerage, pond, playgrounds and all basic infrastructure in Dhudike will be upgraded to high standard: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann*<\/span><\/p>\n

Moga News:<\/span> Setting a clear break from years of symbolic gestures around Punjab\u2019s icons, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced that Lala Lajpat Rai\u2019s birthplace in Dhudike will be transformed into a full-fledged model village, with time-bound delivery of sewerage, ponds, playgrounds and all basic infrastructure. Speaking at the 71st Lala Lajpat Rai Janam Diwas Khed Mela, the Chief Minister said earlier governments confined themselves to drawing up plans, while his government would ensure visible work on the ground within a year.<\/p>\n

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Underlining his point, Bhagwant Singh Mann pledged to return on Lala Ji\u2019s next birth anniversary with the projects completed and, in a gesture that underscored his connection with the people, keeping aside all security protocols, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday joined the villagers here during Rural sports fest to enjoy the Kabaddi and Hockey tournament organised in the memory of Punjab Kesri Lala Lajpat Rai.<\/p>\n

Addressing the gathering, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, \u201cI am a common man and joining my brothers and elders in watching this rural sports fest, which is our soul, gives me immense satisfaction,\u201d while taking selfies with the youth and seeking blessings from elders.<\/p>\n

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As he joined the spectators in the stands to watch an exhilarating kabaddi match, the Chief Minister broke the security protocol to personally shake hands with the players reflecting deep connection with the people, a gesture that drew loud cheers from the crowd.<\/p>\n

He said that \u201cthe event is part of a vibrant tournament organised to commemorate the birth anniversary of Punjab\u2019s iconic freedom fighter, Lala Lajpat Rai,\u201d adding that \u201cthe legacy of the great nationalist, who played a pivotal role in the Indian freedom struggle, continues to inspire the youth.\u201d<\/p>\n

Addressing the enthusiastic gathering amid traditional folk music and celebrations, the Chief Minister said that \u201cthere is an urgent need to revive Punjab\u2019s indigenous sports.\u201d He said that \u201ctraditional games like kabaddi, bullock cart racing and others are not just sports but an integral part of our rich culture and heritage.\u201d Bhagwant Singh Mann said that \u201cthese games embody the spirit, strength and unity of Punjabis and have been passed down through generations.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reaffirming the state government\u2019s commitment to promoting sports, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that \u201cthe state government will leave no stone unturned to restore Punjab\u2019s pristine glory in the sports arena.\u201d He categorically said that \u201cthe state government will ensure that these traditional games flourish once again, providing platforms for our rural youth to shine.\u201d Making an appeal to the people, Bhagwant Singh Mann invited them to participate in the prestigious Mini Olympics at Kila Raipur, saying that \u201cthe event will commence on January 31.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister said that \u201cthe revival of bullock cart races after a 16-year hiatus will be a key attraction,\u201d adding that \u201cthis is our golden chance to relive our traditions and celebrate Punjab\u2019s sporting legacy together.\u201d Striking an emotional chord, he announced that \u201call demands raised by the Panchayat of village Dhudike are being fulfilled immediately,\u201d including \u201claying of a new sewerage line, rejuvenation of the village pond, development of a modern playground and other essential infrastructure projects to enhance living standards.\u201d<\/p>\n

Later, while interacting with media persons, the Chief Minister said that \u201c\u2018Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna\u2019 is being implemented across Punjab as the state\u2019s largest health reform programme.\u201d He said that \u201cevery family will now receive up to \u20b910 lakh in cashless treatment,\u201d adding that \u201cearlier a family could avail treatment up to \u20b95 lakh, which has now been increased to \u20b910 lakh.\u201d Bhagwant Singh Mann said that \u201caround 65 lakh families will be benefitted from this ambitious scheme aimed at the welfare of every section of society.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister said that \u201cit is unfortunate that even after more than 70 years of Independence, Punjab has been deprived of its capital and the High Court.\u201d However, he said that \u201cthe state government will make strenuous efforts to get back Chandigarh, the capital city of Punjab,\u201d and added that \u201cthe government will leave no stone unturned for this noble cause of Punjab and Punjabis.\u201d<\/p>\n

Expressing deep shock and anguish over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane mishap, the Chief Minister said that \u201cI share my heartfelt sympathies with the members of the bereaved family.\u201d He said that \u201cI pray to the Almighty to give them courage to bear this irreparable loss in this hour of crisis and to grant peace to the departed soul.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Chief Minister was accompanied by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, MLAs Manjit Singh Bilaspur, Devinder Singh Laddi Dhos, Amritpal Singh Sukhanand, Amandeep Kaur and others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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