GURDASPUR: The Punjab Government today organised a state-level Christmas celebration at Dana Mandi, Gurdaspur. Punjab Finance Minister S. Harpal Singh Cheema and Cabinet Minister and Aam Aadmi Party State President Sh. Aman Arora attended the programme as chief guests. Sharing the joy of the holy festival with the Christian community.
Apostle Dr Ankur Yousaf Narula also attended the programme and extended Christmas greetings to the congregation.
Addressing the gathering, Cabinet Minister S. Harpal Singh Cheema said that Lord Jesus Christ showed humanity the path of truth, steadfastness and dedication even in the face of hardships. He said Christmas gives the message of love, harmony, compassion and forgiveness. He added that the message of peace and humanity given by Lord Jesus Christ would continue to inspire everyone to work for the welfare and service of mankind.
Cabinet Minister and AAP State President Sh. Aman Arora, while conveying Christmas greetings on behalf of the party leadership, said that Lord Jesus Christ preached love, togetherness and brotherhood. He said that fulfilling a long-standing demand of the Christian community, the Punjab Government, with God’s grace, celebrated Christmas at the state level in Gurdaspur this year and the festival would be organised by the state government next year as well. He said such programmes strengthen social harmony and motivate society towards the spirit of service to humanity. He added that the teachings of Lord Jesus Christ remain relevant in the present times and continue to guide people.
AAP Working President and Batala MLA Amansher Singh Shery Kalsi also extended Christmas greetings and said the Punjab Government celebrated the festival at the state level in Gurdaspur as a mark of respect for all religions.
Advisor to the Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board Sh. Deepak Bali said the Punjab Government accords full respect to every religion and, in this spirit, the special Christmas celebration was organised. He greeted the congregation on the auspicious occasion.