Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, December 16-
Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday said that the state govt will organise series of events to commemorate the upcoming 350th martyrdom day of ninth Sikh Guru Sri Guru Teg Bahadur ji.
Chairing a review meeting of the Tourism department, the CM said that the state government will observe the 350th martyrdom day of ninth Sikh Guru on a massive level. He said that a series of functions will be organised across the state and comprehensive development of places having the footsteps of the Guru Sahib will be ensured.
The Chief Minister said that Sri Guru Teg Bahadur ji laid down his life to protect the right of freedom to worship and preserve human and secular values. He said that Guru ji’s supreme sacrifice was unique and unparalleled in the history of mankind and symbolized the crusade against tyranny and oppression.
Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to promote tourism in Punjab, the CM gave nod to organise Rangla Punjab festival in the state in February. The CM also asked the Tourism department to explore the feasibility of the setting up of ultra modern convention centres on the lines of Pargati Maidan.