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NGO to help uproot social evils
Ludhiana, September 25
The Gobind Foundation, an NGO, will work to help eradicate social evils like dowry, untouchability and the growing alcohol and drug problem in society.
Talking to TNS, Mr Jagjit Singh Mukandpuri, Chairperson of the foundation, said a meeting of representatives from 100 villages of the district was held at Dehlon recently. The aim of the meeting was to have a unit in every village of the district . Members of the units would identify local problems and deal with those at the community level.
Ramlila committees resent admn rigmarole
Ludhiana, September 25
Various social and religious organisations, which have been holding Ramlilas in their respective areas for years now, are up in arms against the district administration for unnecessary harassment and interference in the religious affairs of Hindu community.
Wellness seminar held by ladies club
Ludhiana, September 25
A wellness seminar was arranged by the Niharika Ladies Club at Hotel Imperial here yesterday. Ms Shaheen, president of the club, initiated the proceeding by welcoming the advisory board members and speakers.
Deen Dayal Upadhyay remembered
Ludhiana, September 25
Tributes were paid to Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay on his birth anniversary at a function at the local BJP office here today. The BJP leaders recalled Upadhyay’s sacrifice for a modern and progressive India.
Chhapar Mela preparations
Ludhiana, September 25
A large number of fun rides and a few ‘maut ka kuan’ have been set up at the Chhapar Mela. The Mela officer has received only four applications for these fixtures.No stall owner has yet applied for the permission of a public announcement system.
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