Senior citizens from village Lakhnaur in the Mohali constituency embarked on a spiritual journey under the Punjab Government’s Chief Minister’s Teerth Yatra Scheme on May 11, 2026. The pilgrimage tour was flagged off with enthusiasm and devotion, providing elderly residents an opportunity to visit some of the region’s most revered religious and historical sites.
As part of the pilgrimage, the devotees are scheduled to visit revered destinations including Sri Harmandir Sahib, Durgiana Temple, Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Sthal, Jallianwala Bagh and the Partition Museum. The journey combines spiritual enrichment with an opportunity to learn about important chapters of India’s history and cultural heritage.
The Chief Minister’s Teerth Yatra Scheme has been designed to make religious travel accessible to senior citizens and other eligible beneficiaries. For many elderly residents, such pilgrimages are lifelong aspirations that may otherwise be difficult to undertake independently. The initiative helps ensure that devotees can visit important religious destinations comfortably and with proper arrangements.
Residents of village Lakhnaur expressed happiness and gratitude as they prepared to begin the journey. Family members and local residents gathered to see off the pilgrims and wished them a safe and spiritually fulfilling trip. The programme reflected the importance of community participation and support in promoting social welfare initiatives that directly benefit citizens.
The pilgrimage is expected to provide participants with an opportunity for spiritual reflection while strengthening their connection with Punjab’s religious and cultural heritage. Such initiatives also contribute to the well-being of senior citizens by encouraging social interaction, community engagement, and meaningful travel experiences.
Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has been implementing welfare initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for citizens, including senior citizens. The Teerth Yatra Scheme is one such initiative that seeks to ensure that people can undertake religious journeys with dignity, comfort, and proper support.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Kulwant Singh said that senior citizens have made valuable contributions to society throughout their lives and deserve opportunities to fulfil their spiritual aspirations. He stated that the Chief Minister’s Teerth Yatra Scheme is helping many elderly residents visit important religious sites and experience a memorable pilgrimage without financial or logistical difficulties.
He further said that every effort would be made to ensure that pilgrims receive all necessary facilities and support throughout the journey. He expressed hope that the pilgrimage would bring peace, spiritual satisfaction, and memorable experiences to all participants.
The departure of the pilgrims from village Lakhnaur marked another step towards making welfare initiatives more accessible to citizens. As Mohali continues to benefit from various public welfare programmes, efforts to support senior citizens and strengthen community well-being remain an important part of development and citizen-centric governance.
