The Governor also gave detailed information to the Union Home Minister about the recent flood situation in Punjab. He also apprised him about the progress of relief and rescue operations, the current situation of the affected areas and the cooperation required in future.
During the meeting, the leaders engaged in meaningful discussions focused on enhancing skill development programs for the youth of Punjab and Chandigarh.
A Start-up Conclave was organised on Thursday at the CII Northern Region Headquarters in Chandigarh, where Punjab Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, was invited as the Chief Guest. The event witnessed vibrant participation from budding entrepreneurs, incubators
"Punjab's soil is soaked with the blood of martyrs who laid down their lives for the nation," he said, adding that the Jallianwala Bagh massacre would forever remain a symbol of sacrifice.
Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Rajinder Singh, ASI Narinder Singh, Senior Constable Jaswant Singh and Senior Constable Harpal Kaur have been nominated for the Chief Minister's Rakshak Padak award.
Governor Kataria gave a passionate message of patriotism, national unity and cultural dignity. The function was filled with the spirit of patriotism and proved to be a new energy booster for the resolution of "Developed India".
During the meeting, the Governor discussed the need to strengthen both domestic and international air connectivity from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Chandigarh, given the growing demand from residents of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and the UT of Chandigarh.
The Punjab Governor also stated on how the PM's schemes had brought people in the country above the poverty line further stating that it was a big achievement for the country.