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Governor Kataria welcomes ceasefire, but says tight vigil must continue to be maintained

Chandigarh, May 10 (UNI) Lauding the ceasefire between India and Pakistan after a series of military exchanges between the two sides,Punjab Governor and Administrator UT Chandigarh Gulab Chand Kataria today emphasised the need for not letting the guard down and said that such challenges need to be faced boldly.
Speaking at an all-party meeting, he expressed gratitude to the people of Punjab for supporting the armed forces.
He added that the armed forces of India gave a befitting reply to the Pakistani forces. Stressing the significance of civil defence training, Kataria added that tight vigil must continue to be maintained as that is the need of the hour.
During the meeting, the Governor concurred with the views expressed by all the political parties that financial package should be given to Punjab, being a border State, in order to give fillip to the industrial sector.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on the occasion pointed out that Punjabis irrespective of their political and religious affiliations stand united and fight for the cause of the State whether it is the issue of river waters or seeking industrial package.
Earlier, in an interfaith meeting with representatives from all the religions, the Governor emphasised upon the need to unite all sections of the society and stand united behind our brave armed forces while facing the external challenges boldly.
He also sounded a note of caution to those indulging in rumour mongering on social media platforms and advocated strict action against such elements.
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