*To emerge as a vibrant centre for promoting Babasaheb's ideals of social justice, equality and education*
*Three-storey facility spread over one acre to strengthen skill development, training, library services and community activities*
*Punjab Government led by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann committed to social justice and inclusive development*
Chandigarh, October 29:
Punjab Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities Affairs Minister Dr Baljit Kaur said that the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, is consistently strengthening infrastructure to promote social justice, equality and the empowerment of marginalized sections of society. As part of this commitment, the Ambedkar Bhawan being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹5.94 crore in Tarn Taran district has now reached the final stage of construction.
Dr Baljit Kaur said that the three-storey building, being developed over one acre of land with a covered area of approximately 23,120 square feet, has been designed as a modern, multi-purpose facility. The ground floor comprises vocational training rooms, a teachers' room, offices of the District and Tehsil Social Justice, Empowerment Officers, and a spacious multipurpose hall. The first floor houses a conference hall, offices of the District and Tehsil Social Justice, Empowerment Officers, staff rooms, a pantry and a store room, while the second floor includes a library, record room, guest rooms and office space for the District and Tehsil Social Justice, Empowerment Officers.
The Cabinet Minister informed that around 95 per cent of the construction work has already been completed, and the remaining work will be finished shortly. Once dedicated to the public, the Ambedkar Bhawan will serve as a key hub for skill development programmes, vocational training, seminars, social awareness campaigns, library and reading facilities, and various community engagement activities, creating new opportunities for learning and social empowerment.
Dr Baljit Kaur said that the Ambedkar Bhawan is not merely a building but a symbol of the Punjab Government's commitment to social transformation. It will play a significant role in carrying forward the timeless message of Bharat Ratna Babasaheb Dr B.R. Ambedkar on social justice, equality, education and constitutional values to future generations, while fostering social harmony, public awareness and inclusive development.
She further said that the Punjab Government is giving priority to people-centric development projects that provide equal opportunities to every section of society and contribute towards building an inclusive, progressive and Rangla Punjab.
Reiterating the Government's commitment, Dr Baljit Kaur said that the Punjab Government remains fully dedicated to realizing the vision of Babasaheb Dr B.R. Ambedkar, strengthening social justice and accelerating welfare-oriented development works across the State.
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