A sea of devotees converged at the Government College grounds on Tuesday as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann joined the grand ‘Ek Sham Bhagwan Shiv Ke Naam’ Bhajan Sandhya, where chants of “Har Har Mahadev” echoed across the venue. The Chief Minister also joined the devotees in raising the chants, while renowned singer Hansraj Raghuwanshi enthralled the gathering with devotional hymns.
During this, the Chief Minister said that Punjab’s tradition of communal harmony and brotherhood remains its greatest strength, asserting that people of all faiths celebrate every festival together and that no seed of hatred can ever take root in the state. He also announced that 40 lakh newly registered women will receive financial assistance from August 1, reiterating that the government is returning public money to the people through welfare initiatives.
Addressing the gathering, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction for me to participate in this state level function filled with religious enthusiasm, joy and devotion. The state government has deliberately chosen this sacred land for this mega event because it is a land of rich heritage, culture and spirituality. Celebrating this holy occasion here reflects our deep respect for our cultural and religious roots.”
Emphasising his government’s commitment to social harmony, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann continued, “Our Government is committed to fostering peace, communal harmony and brotherhood in the state. We are walking on the path of righteousness shown by the great Gurus, saints, seers and prophets. Our focus is on empowering Punjab’s youth through quality education and skills so they can build a bright future. Anything can germinate on Punjab’s fertile soil, but the seeds of hatred can never grow on this sacred land.”
The state level event witnessed an unprecedented turnout, with people from all sections of society gathering to participate in the celebrations organised by the Punjab Government. The audience immersed themselves in the divine glory of Bhagwan Shiva and Bhagwan Parshuram Ji, while renowned singer Hansraj Raghuwanshi captivated devotees with bhajans filled with devotion and religious fervour.