Sat Dec 07 04:29:23 UTC 2024: ## Punjab Minister Honors Armed Forces on Flag Day

**Chandigarh, December 5, 2024** – Punjab Defence Services Welfare Minister Mohinder Bhagat led a ceremony at the Punjab Civil Secretariat today to commemorate Armed Forces Flag Day. The event honored the sacrifices of armed forces personnel and underscored the importance of supporting their families.

Minister Bhagat stressed the nation’s responsibility to remember and assist the families of fallen soldiers. He urged citizens to contribute generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund, which provides crucial financial assistance, medical aid, and educational support to widows, dependents, and children of deceased and retired servicemen. This includes immediate relief during funerals and memorial services.

The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Brig. B.S. Dhillon, Cdr. Baljinder Virk, Col. Jarnail Singh, and Manjit Singh. The Minister’s statement emphasized the continued commitment of the Punjab government to the welfare of its armed forces personnel and their families.

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