Terming as a humble tribute in recognition to great services rendered by Jathedar Jagdev Singh Talwandi towards the panth and the State, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal on Sunday announced to accord ‘minister rank’ to the widow of the departed leader.
Jathedar Talwandi, senior akali leader and former Minister, breathed his last on September 19 at the age of 85.
“The State Government will soon issue a notification for providing all facilities given to a Minister to Mohinder Kaur, the wife of Jathedar Talwandi. It is nothing but a humble tribute to the legendary leader who had served the State and panth throughout his life,” said Badal while addressing a mammoth gathering at Gurdwara Tahliana Sahib on the bhog of departed leader.
Badal said that a befitting memorial in the memory of the deceased leader would also be erected after due consultation with the members of the bereaved family. Recalling Jathedar Talwandi’s outstanding services during landmark agitations like Punjabi Suba, emergency, Dharam Yudh and others, Badal said that he was a fearless leader who never comprised with the interests of the State and panth.