Gandhinagar, Oct. 16 -- The 319 displaced persons from Pakistan were overwhelmed with joy as Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi presented them with Indian citizenship certificates, making it a Diwali-like celebration for them.

According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the programme held on Thursday at the Pramukh Swami Auditorium in Rajkot witnessed several emotional moments. The Rajkot district administration organised a ceremony here to distribute Indian citizenship certificates.

Addressing families who had suffered for years in Pakistan before seeking refuge in Gujarat, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi assured them of security and dignity in India.

On the occasion, the Dy CM described the fifth day of Navratri as...