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The Punjab Association held its platinum jubilee celebrations by felicitating four individuals who have been part of the association since the time of its inception, by presenting them with the ‘Punjab Ratna Award’ at the Music Academy on Thursday.
P N Bajaj (80), Jaydev Choudry (75), Visharda Hoon (80), Ashilal Chitkara (78) were honoured for their contribution and service..
In addition, cultural programmes were organised and the alumni, past and present principals, teaching and non-teaching staff of the educational institutions run by the association were honoured.
Sandeep Saxena, IAS, Secretary to the Government, Agriculture Department and Agri Production Commission and Gagandeep Singh, IAS, Secretary to the Government, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries were the special guests for the event.
Teachers who rendered their service to the educational institutions of the association for over 30 years were awarded with the Acharya Ratna Award and Non- teaching staff who have served for over 30 years were presented with Exemplary Services Award.
Bharat Bhushan Goyal, president Punjab Association said that the association since its inception has worked with a motto to give back something to the society.
“The people of Madras welcomed us with warmth and kindness. This helped us adjust to the environment with ease. 75 years is no easy feat, we are thrilled that we are celebrating it. “he added.
Harish Sanghi, Convenor of Platinum Jubilee Celebrations said that the Punjab association works with a holistic approach and community development projects for a significant part of its regular activities. The association is also organising a concert by Mika Singh on September 9 at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium to mark the platinum jubilee celebrations.
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