Chandigarh: In a distinguished ceremony held at the Punjab Raj Bhavan, the Government of Assam formally felicitated Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, the Hon'ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Union Territory Chandigarh, in recognition of his outstanding services and exemplary commitment towards the welfare and prosperity of people of Assam.
Two Cabinet Ministers of Assam led by Shri Ranjit Kumar Das and Shri Chandra Mohan Patwari came to Punjab specially to felicitate Shri Gulab Chand Kataria on the directions of Chief Minister of Assam Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma. They were accompanied by officials of Governor Secretariat Assam and the office of Chief Minister of Assam. Today, in a special felicitation ceremony, the delegation from Assam presented a copy of the resolution passed by the Assam Cabinet on 9th August, 2024 to Shri Gulab Chand Kataria for his remarkable role, in recognition of his valuable advice and strategic guidance provided to the state government functionaries at every level.
The visiting delegation also handed over a DO letter written by the Chief Minister of Assam Mr. Himanta Biswa Sarma who personally thanked Shri Kataria for the invaluable guidance and wise counsel, which provided him with deep insights into governance and public life.
The resolution highlighted Shri Kataria's extensive travels across all 35 districts of Assam, showcasing his proactive engagement with district administrations and various departments. His dedication to the welfare of the people of Assam was evident in his deep affection for the state and his tireless efforts to inspire and motivate all to contribute towards Assam's development. The Cabinet also recognized Shri Kataria's vast experience and wisdom in public affairs, which provided crucial insights into governance and public life.
Besides this the Assam delegation also felicitated Shri Kataria and his wife Anita Kataria with Citation of Kamakhya temple painting, Xorai and other traditional items of Assam for his significant contributions to the state of Assam.
During the thanks giving speech, Shri Kataria expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the honor and extended his appreciation to Assam Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma for the unwavering cooperation received throughout his tenure. He emphasized the importance of harmonious collaboration between the Governor and the Chief Minister, stating that such unity is essential for the development and prosperity of any state. He hoped to work with the same cordial strategy in Punjab, to work closely with the Chief Minister to ensure that public welfare initiatives are effectively executed and genuinely improve the lives of the people.
Shri Kataria emphasized that for public welfare schemes to be truly effective, it is crucial to move beyond planning and policy-making at the administrative level and engage directly with the ground realities. He highlighted that only by visiting the field, interacting with the beneficiaries, and witnessing the implementation firsthand can one truly assess the success of these schemes.
In their insightful address, Assam Cabinet Ministers Shri Ranjit Kumar Dass and Shri Chandra Mohan Patowary emphasized the significance of cultural exchange programs as a powerful tool for fostering national integrity. They highlighted how such initiatives enable the sharing of diverse traditions, languages, and practices, allowing us to celebrate our rich cultural tapestry while forging stronger bonds across different communities.
The Punjab Governor & UT Administrator Shri Kataria also honoured both the Cabinet Ministers of Assam, Mrs. Anju Rani Baishya, Secretary to Governor Assam S.S. Meenakshi Sundaram, ADC to Governor Assam Sq. Leader Gaurav Malik and Deputy Secretary CM Office Assam Abhishek Jain on the occasion.
Prominent present on the occasion were Mr. K. Siva Prasad, Additional Chief Secretary to Governor Punjab, Mr. Rajeev Verma, Adviser to Administrator UT Chandigarh, Mr. Surendra Singh Yadav, DGP Chandigarh, Sh. Vinay Pratap, Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh and other senior police and civil officials of Chandigarh Administration.