Rahul Gandhi Coming to Punjab to Seek Votes After Rubbing Salt into the Wounds of Families of 1984 Sikh Genocide Victims : Tarun Chugh Choosing November 1 for a Delhi Protest and Tearing Posters Demanding Justice for Sikhs Reflec Congress's Insensitivity and Hostile Attitude Towards the Sikh Community : Chugh Before Welcoming Rahul Gandhi, Pargat Singh, Raja Warring, Partap Bajwa and All Punjab Congress Leaders Must Clarify Their Stand on the 1984 Anti-Sikh Massacre : Chugh Chandigarh 3 November ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : BJP National Headquarters In-Charge and MP Tarun Chugh today fired the Congress for inflicting brutal injuries on the minds and the psyche of the Sikhs in the past. Questioning the propriety and validity of forhtcoming visit of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to Punjab, Chugh said Rahul Gandhi must answer the questions surrounding the suffering of families affected by the 1984 Sikh genocide, their decades-long struggle and their continued demand for justice....
First-Ever Father-Child Games Conclude in Chandigarh ; Shri Vijayendra Kumar Appreciates Parents’ Dedication
First-Ever Father-Child Games Conclude in Chandigarh ; Shri Vijayendra Kumar Appreciates Parents’ DedicationChandigarh 14 October ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : The first-ever Father-Child Games for Children with Special Needs (CWSN), organised by the Department of School Education, U.T. Chandigarh, under the Samagra Shiksha–CWSN Wing, concluded today at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 23-B, Chandigarh. The two-day event, held on October 13 and 14, promoted inclusive sports and celebrated the bond between fathers and their children.
Organised under the theme “Majboot Bandhan, Majboot Bhavishya,” the games brought together 40 father-child pairs, comprising 80 participants, from government schools across Chandigarh. Participants competed in Athletics, Badminton, Cricket and Volleyball, with adapted rules to encourage participation and enjoyment. The qualifying rounds were held on October 13, followed by the semi-finals and finals on October 14. Vijayendra Kumar, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Haryana and President, Chandigarh Badminton Association, graced the valedictory ceremony as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, he appreciated the dedication, patience and sustained efforts of parents in supporting and nurturing their children with special needs. He highlighted the role of such initiatives in promoting confidence, strengthening family bonds and building a compassionate and inclusive society.
In keeping with the spirit of inclusion, all 80 participants were honoured with first-position trophies, commemorative medals and participation certificates. No second or third positions were awarded, reflecting the message that every child is a winner and every effort deserves recognition. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation as fathers played alongside their children, demonstrating how sports can encourage teamwork, build confidence and strengthen emotional bonds. Parents, special educators, volunteers and students cheered the participants throughout the games.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Rajpal Singh, Nodal Officer, CWSN Sports, Education Department, U.T. Chandigarh. He informed the gathering that the Department intends to make the Father-Child Games an annual feature to promote inclusive education and greater family participation in the holistic development of children with special needs. Parents expressed their gratitude to the Education Department for providing a joyful and dignified platform to celebrate their children’s abilities and achievements.
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