Ludhiana, Oct. 1 -- A comprehensive research book documenting Punjab's democratic history was released at a literary event organised by the Progressive Writers Association, Ludhiana, in collaboration with the Punjabi Sahit Akademi. The book - Punjab De Loktantri Itihas Da Sankhep Saar, authored by senior journalist and researcher Jatinder Pannu, was formally released by internationally renowned economist and Padma Bhushan awardee SS Johal, who presided over the function.

Prof Gurbhajan Singh Gill, former president of the Punjabi Sahit Akademi, said the work was more than a voluminous publication and served as a valuable reference document on personalities who had contributed to Punjab's democratic system in different fields. He said the ...