Punjab Cabinet Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak congratulated the employees of the Forest Department after the Punjab government granted permanent status to temporary workers serving in the department.
Sharing the message through the Aam Aadmi Party Punjab’s official X account, Kataruchak appreciated the efforts of Forest Department employees and acknowledged their contribution towards protecting Punjab’s natural environment.
Employees’ Hard Work Helped Maintain Punjab’s Green Cover
Kataruchak said that the dedication and commitment of Forest Department employees have played an important role in keeping Punjab’s environment clean and healthy. He highlighted that workers have continuously contributed to forest conservation and environmental protection.
The minister stated that the government’s decision reflects respect for the years of service and hard work put in by these employees.
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Punjab Government Provides Job Security to Temporary Workers
The Punjab Forest Department regularisation initiative has brought relief to contractual employees who had been waiting for permanent status for a long time. The move aims to provide greater job security and financial stability to workers associated with the department.
Kataruchak said that the Mann government has honoured the dedication of employees by recognising their services and ensuring a more secure future for them.
Focus on Employee Welfare and Environmental Protection
The Punjab Forest Department regularisation decision is part of the government’s broader focus on strengthening public departments and improving employee welfare. The move also comes alongside various environmental initiatives aimed at increasing green cover across the state.
The minister emphasised that protecting the environment and supporting government employees are both important priorities for building a sustainable and progressive Punjab.
ਕੈਬਿਨੇਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ @LC_Kataruchak ਨੇ ਪੱਕੇ ਹੋਏ ਵਣ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਵਧਾਈ !!
ਕਿਹਾ, ਵਣ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਦੀ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਸਦਕਾ ਹੀ ਅੱਜ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦਾ ਵਾਤਾਵਰਨ ਸਾਫ਼-ਸੁਥਰਾ ਹੈ। ਮਾਨ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਅੱਜ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਕੱਚੇ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪੱਕਾ ਕਰਕੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਕਈ ਸਾਲਾਂ ਦੀ ਇਸ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਅਤੇ ਲਗਨ ਦਾ ਸਨਮਾਨ ਕੀਤਾ ਹੈ। pic.twitter.com/Y066emAHjm
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Government Continues Push for Green Punjab Mission
Kataruchak added that the contribution of Forest Department employees remains vital for achieving environmental goals. With plantation campaigns and conservation efforts, the state government aims to promote sustainable development and create a greener Punjab.
Through the Punjab Forest Department regularisation process, the government has recognised the efforts of workers while reinforcing its commitment towards employee welfare and environmental conservation.