Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann offers prayers at Patiala temple, skips press conference

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid obeisance at the Kali Devi temple in here on Tuesday. The Chief Minister , however, did not address the scheduled press conference, where he was expected to comment on the now-withdrawn land pooling policy.

According to a press releaseissued later in the day, Mann offered prayers to seek blessings to serve people regardless of their caste, colour, creed and religion.

Mann said the temple stood as a testament to Punjab’s rich spiritual heritage, the release added.

The Chief Minister also held a detailed meeting with newly appointed management committee of the temple and discussed ongoing developments on the shrine premises.

The Chief Minister said his government was fully committed to giving a facelift to the shrine, according to the release. The Public Relations Department said that the Chief Minister could not address the press conference due to an important meeting.