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Punjab Govt Approves Mukhya Mantri Tirath Yatra Scheme
The Punjab Cabinet led by chief minister Bhagwant Mann gave approval to start the Mukhya Mantri Tirath Yatra Darshan scheme (CM pilgrimage scheme) to enable the people of the state to visit various pilgrimage sites across the country free of cost from the upcoming 'parkash purab' of Sri Guru Nanak Dev on November 27. The Cabinet also gave its nod to introduce the Punjab OTS scheme for settlement of pre-GST.
Tags: Punjab Minister, Bhagwant Mann, politics, National news, Tirath Yatra
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Punjab Govt Passes Bill For Free Gurbani Telecast From Golden Temple
The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday passed a bill introduced by the AAP government for the free broadcast of sacred Gurbani from the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The bill was passed despite opposition from the religious sikh community in Amritsar. However, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said, Gurbani is everyone's right and it should be free of cost. The new proposal amend the Sikh Gurdwaras Act, 1925 and insert Section 125 A.
Tags: bill, Punjab Assembly, Bhagwant Mann, Golden Temple, Free Telecast
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Punjab CM Seeks Free Telecast Rights Of Gurbani, Committee Opposes
The AAP-led Punjab government's move to amend the Sikh Gurdwara Act, 1925 to ensure ''free telecast rights of Gurbani'' from the Golden Temple has triggered a massive row. On June 18, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, the apex religious body for Sikhs, has reacted sharply to the move, asking the government ''not to interfere in religious matters.'' Notably, the Punjab CM will table the resolution in the cabinet meeting.
Tags: AAP Leader, Sikh Committee, Bhagwant Mann, Golden Temple
Courtesy: Zee News India
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Punjab CM Gets Z+ Security After MHA Approval
The BJP-led Central Government approved and provided Z+ security to the Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann. As per sources, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader was given the security amid crack down on pro-khalistani in Punjab and threat of life to the Punjab CM. " The Union Ministry of Home Affairs cleared the proposal after intelligence input into the matter. Notably, the security will be provided to Mann, across India.
Tags: Bhagwant Mann, Punjab CM, Z+ Security, pro khalistani, MHA
Courtesy: Deccan Herald
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Punjab CM To Send 36 Principal To Asian Country For Skill Enhancement
CM Bhagwant Mann announced that 36 principals from Punjab will have the opportunity to visit Singapore for professional training. The decision was taken to enhance the education system of Punjab, as this principal will get training and enhance their skills. The 36 school principal will head to Singapore on February 4, said the Punjab Government. The Punjab government aims to help lakhs of students from across the state.
Tags: Bhagwant Mann, Punjab CM, Education Enhancement, Skill Upgrade, Asian Country
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Punjab CM Approves Hike In Minimum Wages Of Construction Workers In State
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann gave nod to hike the minimum wages of construction workers by Rs 715 per month. The decision to this effect was taken during a review meeting of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Moreover, minimum wages of unskilled workers have been hiked to Rs 9,907 from existing Rs 9,192 whereas that of semi-skilled have been enhanced to Rs 10,687 from Rs 9,972.
Tags: Punjab CM, Bhagwant Mann, Wages Hike, construction workers, meeting
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Punjab Governor Withdraws Order Of Special Assembly Session, CM Calls For Meeting
A major drawback for AAP-led Punjab Government, Governor Banwarilal Purohit thwarted the Bhagwant Mann-led regime's plan to summon a special assembly session. On September 21, Purohit withdrew an earlier order calling the special session on September 22, saying it had sought legal opinion after Congress and the BJP approached. After the governor's decision, the Punjab CM called for a special Cabinet meeting to discuss the future courses of… read-more
Tags: AAP-Government, Governor Banwarilal Purohit, Special Assembly Session, Bhagwant Mann, summones
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Punjab CM Calls For Special Assembly Session To Pass Confidence Motion
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced to conduct of a special Punjab Assembly Session. The special State Legislative Assembly session has been called on September 22, to pass a confidence motion. As per sources, the special motion will be in regard to the recent attempt of poaching AAP MLAs into the BJP, by offering a huge sum of Rs 25 crores, aiming to topple the AAP-led Punjab government.
Tags: BJP, AAP, Bhagwant Mann, Topple Government, ASSEMBLY SESSION
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Assures Full Support To Recruit Agniveers
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann asked district authorities to provide full support for the recently launched military scheme, 'Agnipath' after the Indian Army flagged 'vacillating' support from local administration. On September 14, Mann tweeted, "All Deputy commissioners were directed to provide complete support to Army Authorities for recruitment of Agniveers in Punjab. Any laxity shall be viewed seriously." The effort was to recruit maximum… read-more
Tags: Bhagwant Mann, Agnipath Scheme, Agniveers, Punjab CM, Army Candidates
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Punjab Govt Approves Draft Of Electric Vehicles Policy
AAP-led Punjab Government recently approved to draft Electric Vehicle (EV) policy in the State. CM Bhagwant Mann gave a nod to draft the new EV policy, with an aim to promote electric vehicles in the Punjab region. The new policy will aim to reduce carbon emissions. Furthermore, the major thrust of the new policy will be in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Amristar, Patiala and Bhatinda.
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Punjab Government, Bhagwant Mann, New Policy, Amritsar
Courtesy: Economic Times
