Kataria pays tributes to Dr Mookerjee on 125th birth anniversary
Chandigarh: Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria on Sunday paid tributes to Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary at Sector-38 Mahila Bhawan. Kataria recalled his contributions and commitment to the nation. “Dr Mookerjee was a staunch nationalist, visionary leader, thoughtful educationist and enlightened parliamentarian, whose life journey is an inspiration for the youth,” he said. He added that Dr Mookerjee served as the Vice Chancellor of Calcutta University at the age of just 33 and laid the foundation of industrial development as the first Industry Minister of independent India.
Rs 92-cr to be spent on tourism development in Pinjore and Morni: Minister
Panchkula: Haryana Cooperation, Heritage and Tourism Minister Arvind Sharma on Sunday said that the State Government is working on all possibilities to promote tourism. Rs 92 crore will be spent on the development of Yadavindra Gardens in Pinjore and Tikkar Taal in Morni. This will boost tourism in the region, he added. Minister was speaking at the closing ceremony of the 32nd Mango Mela held in Pinjore on Sunday. During his address, Sharma said that this year’s Mango Mela witnessed a record-breaking crowd of 2.5 lakh visitors. For the first time, mango growers were provided dedicated sale stalls, resulting in sales worth Rs 25 lakh, he added.
Sacred Heart School launches plantation drive to nurture green values
Chandigarh: Sacred Heart Senior Secondary School, Chandigarh, kickstarted a sapling plantation drive on Saturday, under the Eco Club’s banner to promote environmental awareness among students. Principal Venita Joseph planted the first sapling, inspiring students and Girl Guides to actively participate. “Students are the change-makers and key to shaping a healthier tomorrow,” she said, encouraging them to spread awareness beyond the campus. The drive, continuing through July, aligns with the monsoon’s favourable conditions and reinforces the school’s commitment to cultivating eco-conscious citizens through meaningful and sustainable green initiatives.
Chugh Demands Inclusion of Hindu Temples in Anti-Sacrilege Bill
Chandigarh: BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh on Sunday urged the Punjab Government to include “Pran Pratishthit” Hindu temples and idols in the proposed anti-sacrilege bill. Welcoming the special session called to table the bill, Chugh said, “Better late than never,” but stressed that incidents targeting Hindu temples must also be addressed. He reaffirmed the BJP’s reverence for Guru Granth Sahib Ji while demanding equal respect for Hindu religious symbols.