The Chandigarh and Panjab University Debate dominated the special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on Monday, and the issue appeared repeatedly as leaders called for unity. The Chandigarh and Panjab University Debate gained even more strength because senior leaders linked it directly to Punjab’s historic struggle for its rights.
To begin the session, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid tributes to Guru Tegh Bahadur on his 350th martyrdom anniversary. Soon after, he firmly declared that Punjab would not step back from its constitutional rights. Moreover, he stressed that no one should assume that the state will give up claims related to Panjab University, river waters, or Chandigarh.
Meanwhile, Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa urged Punjabis to rise above political divides. He said that although parties may differ on issues, they must still stand together when the state’s interests are at stake. Furthermore, he warned that attempts to challenge Punjab’s patience were becoming frequent.
Additionally, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema pointed out that Punjab faced repeated attempts to weaken its agriculture, education, and administrative rights. Similarly, SAD MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali reminded the House of Punjab’s sacrifices and demanded rightful control over Chandigarh as well as the release of Sikh prisoners.
In conclusion, leaders across parties agreed that only collective resolve can safeguard Punjab’s identity, historical rights, and future.
