Ferozepur: The 80th Independence Day is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country today. On this occasion, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann hoisted the flag in Ferozepur. The state-level function to celebrate August 15 was held at the Cantonment Board Stadium.
While extending Independence Day greetings to the people of Punjab, the Chief Minister announced the construction of a heritage complex at Hussainiwala at a cost of Rs 25 crore. In his address, he said that the government has taken an important step to prevent education in Punjab from becoming a commercial enterprise. Private schools will now not be able to increase fees by more than 5 percent.
During the function, the Chief Minister also honored 25 police personnel who have done excellent work in various fields. Troops from BSF, Punjab Police, Punjab Police Women’s Wing, Himachal Police, Home Guard, Home Guard Women’s Wing, NCC and Scouts and Guides participated in the march past. Apart from this, school students participated in the PT. (Physical Training) Exhibitions, patriotic choreographies and Giddha and Bhangra were presented. Attractive tableaux depicting the achievements of various government departments were also displayed.
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