Our Govt Is Empowering Women To Build Stronger Punjab: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Dhuri, August 19, 2026: At the ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ in Dhuri, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said Punjab’s daughters are no longer to be seen as “becharis” (helpless) but as “shernis” (lionesses), excelling across every field and emerging as a strong force behind the state’s progress. Emphasising women’s economic empowerment and dignity, he highlighted that more than 75 lakh women are receiving ₹1,000-₹1,500 every month under the Mawan-Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, while 3 lakh women linked with 29,000 Self-Help Groups have been supported with ₹631 crore in interest-free loans. He said such efforts, alongside celebrations like ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ that preserve Punjab’s rich folk traditions and cultural heritage, are helping build a stronger and ‘Rangla Punjab’.
Addressing the gathering during ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ at Saffron Palms, Dhuri, accompanied by his wife Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mann, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Punjab cannot become a front runner in the country without the full participation of women in governance, economy and politics. It is the need of the hour that girls become active participants in the decision-making process for carving out a more progressive Punjab,” he said, adding that it was a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that girls were excelling in all fields today and scaling new heights in various arenas.
The Chief Minister said that ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ is a special celebration dedicated to Punjab’s rich cultural heritage, folk traditions and folk songs. “Teeyan symbolises joy, enthusiasm, togetherness and familial love in Punjabi culture. The festival is an effort to connect the younger generation with Punjab’s traditional customs, folk traditions and cultural values,” he added.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the festival of Teeyan is primarily associated with the joy and celebrations of Punjab’s daughters, sisters and women. “Giddha, boliyan, folk songs, phulkari, Punjabi attire and traditional folk arts are integral to Punjab’s cultural identity. ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ provides an important platform for preserving these folk arts and passing them on to future generations,” noted the Chief Minister.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “In today’s fast-paced and increasingly digital world, it is essential to connect children and youth with their roots and cultural heritage. If we fail to pass on our language, folk songs, folk dances, traditional attire and customs to the next generation, this rich heritage may gradually disappear from our lives.” He said that such events therefore play an important role in preserving cultural heritage and creating an intergenerational cultural connection.
The Chief Minister said that today, the women of Punjab are excelling in every field, including education, sports, administration, business, art and agriculture, and are emerging as a strong force behind the state’s progress. “Cultural events provide women with opportunities to showcase their talent and further strengthen their identity and confidence,” he added.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that folk songs, boliyan and folk literature have played a vital role in transmitting the Punjabi language and cultural traditions from one generation to another. He said that ‘Teeyan Da Mela’ is part of this larger effort to reconnect the people of Punjab with their heritage and take cultural activities forward to the younger generation.
“It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that the daughters of Punjab have proved their mettle in every field and today they are a powerful force driving the state’s progress,” he said.
On the occasion, Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljeet Kaur, Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mann and others were also present.