Sirsa, June 19 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the lotus would bloom in Punjab too in the upcoming Assembly elections.

He said the welfare-oriented schemes being implemented by the “double-engine” government in Haryana for every section of society are being widely discussed in Punjab as well. He said the present government in Punjab got votes by making tall promises, but has now left the people of the state to fend for themselves.

“The people of Punjab, however, want development,” he said.

The Chief Minister was interacting with the media after chairing a meeting of the District Public Relations and Grievances Redressal Committee in Sirsa.

He said the people across the state are benefiting from the welfare policies of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Responding to a question, he said whenever religion and righteousness have faced challenges, great personalities have sacrificed not only themselves but entire generations for the protection of the nation and faith.

He said the martyrdom day of Guru Arjan Dev was also observed in Panchkula so that future generations may draw inspiration from his life and sacrifices. He said Guru Arjan Dev dedicated his entire family to the service of the nation and religion.

Replying to a question regarding the NEET re-examination, the Chief Minister said no inconvenience would be allowed to affect the candidates. He said free bus services have also been arranged for them.

In response to another question, he said Opposition parties are merely indulging in politics. He said during the Congress regime, the law and order situation in the state was in poor shape. He emphasised there would be no compromise on maintaining law and order, and the government stands firmly committed to ensuring the safety and security of every citizen of Haryana.

The Chief Minister further said that whenever the government convenes a legislative session, Opposition members tend to avoid participating, whereas they should attend and engage in the proceedings.

He said the government is continuously allocating funds for the all-round development of Haryana. Budgets have been released to gram panchayats and municipal bodies, and development works are being carried out at a rapid pace across the state.

–IANS

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