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Punjab CM Mann: Republic Day's True Spirit Lies in Equality for All Citizens

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that the true essence of Republic Day is realized only when every citizen enjoys the right to equality. He emphasized that his government has made quality education and world-class healthcare fundamental rights for all in Punjab. Concurrently, several Punjab Police officers were honored with the President's Medal for Distinguished and Meritorious Service. The state's Director General of Police noted that such recognition boosts morale and dedication in a border state facing significant security challenges.

Key Points: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Republic Day, Equality, and Police Awards

  • Equality as core Republic Day spirit
  • Education and healthcare as fundamental rights
  • Pledge for a healthy, educated India
  • Punjab Police officers honored with President's Medals
  • Recognition boosts force morale in border state
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True spirit of R-Day realised only when everyone enjoys right to equality: Punjab CM

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann emphasizes equality, health, and education as Republic Day pledges. Punjab Police officers receive President's Medals for service.

True spirit of R-Day realised only when everyone enjoys right to equality: Punjab CM
"The true spirit of Republic Day is realised only when every citizen enjoys the right to equality. - Bhagwant Mann"

Chandigarh, Jan 26

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday asked the citizens to take a pledge to build an educated and healthy India, saying the true spirit of Republic Day is realised only when every citizen enjoys the right to equality.

In a message, CM Mann said. "The true spirit of Republic Day is realised only when every citizen enjoys the right to equality. In Punjab, we have ensured that quality education and world-class healthcare are not privileges of the few but fundamental rights of every common citizen."

"Health and education are the foundation of a strong nation. On this Republic Day, let us take a pledge to build an educated and healthy India," he further said.

Recognising the outstanding services of the Punjab Police, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs announced the names of the officers and officials for the President's Medal for Distinguished Service and the Medal for Meritorious Service.

Additional Director General of Police (Investigation-Lokpal) Vibhu Raj, Director Bureau of Investigation L.K. Yadav and ADGP (Jails) Arun Pal Singh were conferred with the President's Medal for Distinguished Service. Likewise, DIG (Security) Raj Bhawan Jasdev Singh Sidhu and AIG Randeep Singh Mann, DSP Rajan Parminder Singh, DSP Vigilance Bureau Navdeep Singh, ACP Sapinder Kaur and DSP Harinderdeep Singh are among 15 officers and officials who were awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service.

The remaining officials include Inspectors Sukhjit Singh, Harish Kumar, Manjit Kaur, Talwinder Singh, Rajinder Kumar and Pritpal Singh, Sub-Inspectors Dharamjit Kaur and Bhupinder Singh and ASI Swaranjit Kaur.

Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, while congratulating the awardees, expressed gratitude to the Central and state governments for recognising the services of these officers and boosting the morale of the entire police force. He said such recognition played a significant role in encouraging the police force to work with more dedication and devotion, which is pivotal in a border state having manifold security challenges.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Hearty congratulations to all the police officers awarded! 🎖️ In a border state like Punjab, their dedication is crucial for our security. DGP is right, such recognition boosts morale. Jai Hind!
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Aman W
Good sentiments, but the "right to equality" feels distant when you see the stark differences between cities and villages in Punjab. Quality schools and hospitals are still a dream in many rural areas. The government needs to walk the talk.
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Sneha F
Seeing women officers like ACP Sapinder Kaur and Insp. Manjit Kaur getting awards is so inspiring! 💪 True equality means recognising everyone's service. Proud of our Punjab Police.
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Vikram M
On Republic Day, we must remember the sacrifices of our forces, especially in Punjab. The focus on health and education is correct, but security is the first condition for enjoying any rights. Well done to all awardees.
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Kavya N
"Educated and healthy India" - a beautiful pledge. Let's all contribute in our own way. Maybe start by ensuring our children go to school and we use government health services when needed to improve the system.

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