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.