Punjab Newsline, Sangrur, November 19-
Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday called upon the newly elected Panchs of the state to act as a catalyst for transforming their villages into ‘modern development hubs’ thereby giving a major push to the economy of the state.
Addressing the gathering before administering oath of office to newly elected Panchs of Sangrur district, the Chief Minister said that panchayats should prioritise the development work of their villages so that the state government can get the work started on it. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the panchayats must pass a resolution for holistic development of the villages adding that the state government will leave no stone unturned for it. He asked the newly elected Panchs to take new steps that can transform the village into ‘development hubs’ besides ensuring progress and prosperity of the villagers.
The Chief Minister said that gram panchayats were the foundation of the democratic set up and it is a historic moment as elected Panchs are being administered oath of their office. He said that these panchs have been elected by the people and today in 19 districts of the state such functions are being held.