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Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria joined nearly 800 police personnel for a traditional Bada Khana dinner celebrating unity and camaraderie. The event featured distribution of ₹1.85 crore in scholarships to 402 police wards and recognition of 21 outstanding students. Governor Kataria announced the release of the long-pending 13th salary that had been stalled for two years due to technical reasons. The occasion also saw the inauguration of a new Family Welfare Centre and enhanced financial assistance programs for police families.

Key Points: Punjab Governor Kataria Attends Chandigarh Police Bada Khana Dinner

  • Governor distributed scholarships worth ₹1.85 crore to 402 police personnel wards
  • Released long-pending 13th salary for police personnel after two-year delay
  • Inaugurated Chandigarh Police Family Welfare Centre with vocational training programs
  • Announced enhanced welfare measures including medical aid and education loans
  • Felicitated 21 meritorious students excelling in academics and sports
  • Presented cash rewards to top-performing police stations based on evaluation
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Punjab governor attends 'Bada Khana' with Chandigarh Police; Scholarships, welfare initiatives announced

Governor announces scholarships worth ₹1.85 crore, releases pending 13th salary, and inaugurates welfare centre during police community dinner event

"Our families are the driving force behind every patrol, every mission, and every presence - DGP Sagar Preet Hooda"

Chandigarh, October 2

A grand Bada Khana was organised, bringing together around 800 police personnel for a traditional dinner symbolising unity, camaraderie, and brotherhood in the force.

The event held recenly was graced by Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria as the chief guest.

Senior dignitaries, including Chief Secretary Mandip Singh Brar, Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav, Finance Secretary Diprava Lakra, Director General of Police Sagar Preet Hooda, Inspector General of Police Pushpendra Kumar, SSP (Security & Traffic) Sumer Partap Singh, SSP/UT Kanwardeep Kaur and other senior officers, were also present.

On the occasion, scholarships worth Rs 1.85 crore were distributed to 402 wards of Chandigarh Police personnel. In addition, 21 meritorious students who excelled in sports at national and international levels or secured top positions in Class X and XII examinations were felicitated by the Governor and handed over cheques in recognition of their achievements.

Paying tribute to colleagues who laid down their lives in the line of duty, the DGP highlighted the sacrifices of police families and lauded their unwavering support. "Our families are the driving force behind every patrol, every mission, and every presence," he said.

The DGP also underlined several welfare measures recently introduced by Chandigarh Police, including enhanced financial assistance in cases of natural and accidental deaths, higher funeral support, marriage and education loans, disability aid, and emergency medical facilities. He further noted the resumption of deposit returns with interest, which had been on hold since 2022.

Governor Kataria also announced the release of the long-pending 13th salary for Chandigarh Police personnel, which had been stalled for the past two years due to technical reasons. In recognition of performance, he presented cash rewards to police stations based on a comprehensive evaluation: IT Park (Rs 50,000, 1st rank), Sarangpur (Rs 30,000, 2nd rank), and Industrial Area (Rs 20,000, 3rd rank).

Adding to the day's significance, the Governor inaugurated the Chandigarh Police Family Welfare Centre, where vocational training classes in stitching, painting, and baking are already underway for police wards and spouses.

The Bada Khana reinforced the bond between officers and personnel, celebrating discipline, teamwork, and the force's commitment to service.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Finally some good news! The 13th salary release after 2 years is a huge relief for police families. But why does it take so long for basic dues to be cleared? Our system needs to be more efficient in supporting those who protect us.
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Sarah B
The Family Welfare Centre with vocational training is brilliant! Empowering police families with skills ensures they have alternative income sources. This should be implemented nationwide. Well done Chandigarh Police! 💪
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Arjun K
Bada Khana events create such strong bonds within the force. My cousin is in Punjab Police and these gatherings mean a lot to them. The recognition and rewards system is also motivating. Hope other states learn from this model.
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Michael C
While I appreciate the welfare measures, I hope this isn't just a one-time PR event. Police welfare should be consistent and systematic. The enhanced financial assistance for families of martyrs is particularly important given their sacrifices.
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Kavya N
Felicitating meritorious students from police families is wonderful! 🎓 Education is the best investment we can make in our future. This will inspire other children in police families to excel academically and in sports.

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