Punjab government strengthens efforts to promote Punjabi language and culture

The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, remains dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the Punjabi language.

Punjab's Finance Minister, S. Harpal Singh Cheema, reaffirmed this commitment during a meeting with members of the Kendri Punjabi Lekhak Sabha (Sekhon) at his office today.

S. Cheema emphasized that the state government is actively collaborating with literary organizations to advance Punjabi language, literature, art, and culture.

He highlighted that under the Punjab Arts Council’s initiative, a series of ‘Punjab Nav Sirjana’ events are being conducted across the state to celebrate and promote literary and cultural heritage.

Addressing the demands raised by the Writers’ Sabha, the Finance Minister assured that the government is taking effective steps to enforce the use of Punjabi. He instructed the Director of the Language Department to ensure strict implementation of the Language Act and take action against any violations by government departments or employees.

He reiterated that the administration is working diligently to establish Punjabi as the primary language of communication across all sectors and ensure the installation of Punjabi signboards.

Later, the Cabinet Sub-Committee, comprising Finance Minister S. Harpal Singh Cheema and NRI Affairs Minister S. Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, held discussions with representatives from the Mur Bahal Kacche Adhyapak Union, Sanyukat Atma Punjab Association (SAPA), and Zameen Prapti Sangharsh Committee.

The committee assured these organizations that the government is considerate of their demands and is adopting a positive approach to addressing their concerns. It also committed to taking swift action on the legitimate issues raised by these groups.

The meeting was attended by MLA Jaswant Singh Gajjanmajra, Additional Chief Secretary (Development) Anurag Verma, Director of the Language Department Jaswant Singh Zafar, and representatives from various organizations.