Bhagwant Mann Dedicates Government Degree College Sukhchain to give impetus to education sector
Says; Predecessors facing public anger due to their sins
Balluana, December 5-
After 77 years of freedom Balluana- a Rural assembly segment of Fazilka district on Thursday got first government college as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann dedicated the Government Degree College Sukhchain to give a major boost to the education sector in the region.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister bemoaned that none of the previous governments thought of constructing such institutions in the region. He said that this college has been established after 77 years of independence and is aimed at giving an impetus to the education sector for welfare of students especially girls. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that this will help in overcoming the scarcity of education in this rural area of the state.
Taking a jibe at the Akali leaders, the Chief Minister said that despite of tall lip service these leaders failed to deliver anything tangible to the people. He said that due to such misdeeds only the Akali leaders are now facing public wrath adding that in a democracy the power of a common man is supreme. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that people have the grit and courage to decide the fate of twenty years in just twenty minutes.
The chief Minister said that AAP is credited for bringing sectors like health, education, power, water and infrastructure at the centre stage of the national politics. He said that these sectors are top five priorities of his government and no stone is being left unturned for it. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that while the other political parties have always pursued the agenda of hatred and divisiveness, AAP had given new direction to politics by according top priority to these sectors.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the state government has prioritized education and has taken path breaking initiatives in Education sector to transform the lives of people.
He said that education is the key that can pull people out of poverty by raising their standard of living. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that due to this his government is tirelessly making efforts to improve the standard of education to empower the common man.
The Chief Minister said that today the students from government schools are cracking the prestigious exams like JEE and others adding that it will help in improving their living standard. He said that earlier sending his child to government school was the compulsion of the common man but now it is his wish to do so as the education system is being revamped. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Schools of Eminence have been set up across the state to impart quality education to the students adding that in similar manner the government health system is also being upgraded.
The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that the state government has given 50,000 jobs to the youth of the state in various departments. He said that the entire recruitment process has been carried on in a fair and transparent manner. Bhagwant Singh Mann said the process will be continued further as recruitment process is going on in several key departments of the state.
The Chief Minister said due to the transparent mechanism evolved by the state government Dangar Khera Village of Balluana assembly segment alone has received 700 jobs. He said that the state government is mulling the idea to change the name of village of Dangar Khera to Adhyapak Khera. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that he will flag up the matter with the union government as the process needed approval from it.
Highlighting the importance of girls’ education, the Chief Minister said that it is the basis of women empowerment so the state government will leave no stone unturned for it. He announced that nine posts of teachers have been sanctioned for this college, with plans to increase the number based on student strength. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that this college will act as a harbinger for the welfare of girls of the region.
The Chief Minister also guaranteed that the water and sewerage project inaugurated at Abohar, will cater to the needs of future generations. He said that the state government is committed for providing ultra modren basic amenities to the residents of the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his government is working zealously for the progress of the state and prosperity of its people.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister lauded the Bishnoi Community in preserving traditional values and perpetuating them to the younger generations. He profusely thanked the Panchayat for donating 10 acres of land for setting up this college. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that Established at a cost of approximately Rs 15.50 crore, this college is poised to become a beacon of educational excellence in the region.
The Chief Minister also announced to retain the office of Engineer of Canal Division at Balluana.
Earlier, Punjab’s Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said that after 1,000 days of the state government, they’ve managed to construct boundary walls for 8,000 schools. This is a significant milestone in their education model and revolution. He also shared that the state government has provided 50,000 jobs during their tenure, which translates to 50 youths getting employed daily. Furthermore, he announced an allocation of ₹50 crore for schools in the Balluana Constituency.
