Patiala: Punjab Cabinet Minister Balbir Singh flagged off a pilgrimage bus under the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana from Ward No. 28 of SST Nagar in Patiala Rural, reaffirming the Bhagwant Mann Government’s commitment to serving devotees through free religious travel facilities.
Balbir Singh said the initiative is helping turn the dream of pilgrimage into reality for thousands of devotees across Punjab. He highlighted that the government is ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent people from visiting revered religious destinations.
Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana Benefiting Devotees Across Punjab
Balbir Singh said the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana reflects the government’s spirit of service and dedication towards the people. Through the scheme, devotees are being provided free transportation and organized pilgrimage facilities, enabling them to undertake spiritual journeys with comfort and convenience.
According to the minister, the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana has received an encouraging response from citizens, particularly senior citizens and devotees who had long wished to visit important religious sites.
Mann Government Strengthening Public Welfare Through Service
While addressing the gathering, Balbir Singh stated that the Bhagwant Mann-led government is committed to public welfare and inclusive development. He noted that the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana is one of several initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for people while preserving Punjab’s spiritual and cultural traditions.
He added that the scheme demonstrates how governance can be rooted in compassion, accessibility, and service to the public.
Pilgrimage Dream Turns Into Reality
The minister said the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana is helping fulfil the long-cherished aspirations of devotees by offering them an opportunity to undertake sacred journeys without financial burden. He described the initiative as a meaningful step towards strengthening faith and community spirit.
Residents present at the event welcomed the scheme and appreciated the government’s efforts to make religious travel accessible to all sections of society.
“ਤੀਰਥ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਦਾ ਸੁਪਨਾ ਹੋਇਆ ਸਾਕਾਰ, ਮਾਨ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਹਰ ਸ਼ਰਧਾਲੂ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ”
ਅੱਜ ਪਟਿਆਲਾ ਦਿਹਾਤੀ ਦੇ ਵਾਰਡ ਨੰਬਰ 28, ਐੱਸ.ਐੱਸ.ਟੀ. ਨਗਰ ਵਿਖੇ ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਤੀਰਥ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਯੋਜਨਾ ਤਹਿਤ ਬੱਸ ਨੂੰ ਹਰੀ ਝੰਡੀ ਦੇ ਕੇ ਰਵਾਨਾ ਕੀਤਾ। ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਮੁਫ਼ਤ ਤੀਰਥ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਦੀ ਸਹੂਲਤ ਦੇ ਕੇ ਮਾਨ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਸੇਵਾ ਅਤੇ ਸਮਰਪਣ ਦੀ ਮਿਸਾਲ ਕਾਇਮ ਕਰ… pic.twitter.com/z2SJflhhHo
— Dr Balbir Singh (@AAPbalbir) June 15, 2026
Government Continues to Expand Religious Tourism Initiatives
Balbir Singh reiterated that the Punjab Government will continue working to expand opportunities for devotees through the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojana and other people-centric programmes. He said the initiative stands as an example of the government’s commitment to service, devotion, and public welfare.
The pilgrimage bus was flagged off amid enthusiasm from local residents and devotees, marking another step in the state’s efforts to promote spiritual tourism and facilitate religious travel for all.