India, Feb. 20 -- Haryana governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh on Friday called upon legislators to rise above political differences and collectively work for the state's future, describing the assembly as the place where the aspirations of the people are realised and governance priorities are set.

Addressing the inaugural sitting of the budget session of the 90-member assembly, the governor reminded MLAs that the trust reposed in them by constituents must translate into meaningful outcomes. "I look forward to this House taking some historic decisions in the interest of Haryana through dialogue and consensus, especially in this budget session," he said.

Touching upon the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, Ghosh termed the national song the "call...