CM: Govt working with resolve to fulfil Bhagat Singh's dreams
Ludhiana, Sept. 29 -- Chief minister Bhagwant Mann said on Monday that his government is dedicated to realising Bhagat Singh's dreams by building a Punjab rooted in the values of patriotism, equality, justice, and public welfare.
Speaking at the Jashan-e-Inquilab programme at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) on the legendary freedom fighter's birth anniversary, the CM highlighted his government's concrete steps to honour Bhagat Singh. These initiatives include renaming the Mohali airport after him, installing a 30-ft-high statue, placing portraits of Bhagat Singh and Dr BR Ambedkar in government offices, and developing the Rs.52-crore Bhagat Singh Heritage Complex at Khatkar Kalan.
The CM stated that Punjab's progress, education, welfare, and the protection of its water resources are central to the vision for which freedom fighters made the ultimate sacrifice. He added that he will remain dedicated to the people of Punjab and do whatever is necessary to safeguard the state's interests.
Mann said his government has launched the project for the comprehensive development of Khatkar Kalan as a heritage, learning, and cultural-tourism destination dedicated to Bhagat Singh.
"The project has been conceived to preserve the historic character of Khatkar Kalan while presenting the life, ideals, sacrifices and continuing the legacy of the revolutionary freedom fighters through contemporary interpretation. We are transforming Bhagat Singh's ancestral village to a nationally significant heritage destination so that coming generations remain connected with the glorious history of our freedom struggle," he said.
Mann said the initiative seeks to connect youth with the values of patriotism, courage, social justice and sacrifice associated with Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru and other freedom fighters. "The complex comprises the ancestral house and replica house, courtroom experience, heritage street, recreated village setting, village entry and exit gates, Mashaal Gate, National Flag area, library and curated displays. Murals, sculptures, mannequins, period props, graphics and other exhibits will narrate important events from the freedom movement and the life of Bhagat Singh through historically vetted content," he said.
The event featured musical performances by leading Punjabi artists and also featured the acclaimed play 'Gagan Damama Bajio', which brought to life the revolutionary journey and sacrifices of Bhagat Singh and his comrades....
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