The festivals give us message of togetherness and brotherhood and on this day we should vow to together fight against drugs, female feticide, dowry and other social evils. The Chief Minister Punjab Parkash Singh Badal while addressing congregation at Dussehra celebrations – the festival which signifies victory of good over evil. Pressing a button he set the effigies of Rava, Meghnath and Kumbhkaran on fire. The event was organized by City Welfare and Cultural Club that was constituted with the inspiration of Late Surinder Kaur Badal. Congratulating people on the occasion of Vijaydashmi, the Chief Minister said that Punjabis were especially filled with pride over Dussehra as the Ramayan was written in Punjab, on the land of holy city Amritsar. He said that the festivities of Dussehra inspire us to remain grounded, keep our anger under control and stay away from hate. “These three factors become the reasons for decline of even the most intelligent person,” he said. The festivities also teach us to remain with brotherhood.
He added that the festivals not only become sources of our inspiration, but also helps us know the rich cultural heritage we have inherited. He said that the true essence of Dusshera lies in fighting against injustice, evil and egos with love and secularism. He called upon the people of Punjab to soak in the rich history and take Punjab to unprecedented heights.Prominent among others present with him included MLA Mr. Harpreet Singh, Chairman Punjab Agro Mr Diyal Singh Kolian Wali, Deputy Commissioner Mr Jaskirn Singh, Club President Mr. Dinesh Garg Tony, Mr. Parween Jain, Mr. Billu Sharma, Mr Basant Singh Kang, Mr. Rakesh Dingra.