Cabinet Minister Baljit Kaur presented him with a letter of appreciation, with the presence of MLA Narinder Pal Singh Savana and Jagdeep Kamboj. Expressing his gratitude, Ritish Kukkar stated, “Respect and responsibility increase, and I am committed to making every possible effort to meet people’s expectations.”
In Fazilka, during the district-level Republic Day function held at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sports Stadium, Press Club Fazilka President Davinder Pal Singh Dureja led the event. Alongside senior vice president Ashok Kamra, young journalist Ritish Kukkar was honored for his noteworthy contributions to journalism. Cabinet Minister Baljeet Kaur, the chief guest, recognized both journalists with letters of appreciation. Deputy Commissioner Dr. Senu Duggal, SSP Manjeet Singh Dhesi, Fazilka MLA Narendra Pal Singh Savana, and Jalalabad MLA Jagdeep Kamboj Goldie were also present at the event.
After receiving the honor, senior journalists Ashok Kamra and Ritish Kukkar expressed their gratitude to the District Public Relations Department, the District Administration, Press Club President Davinder Pal Singh, Chairman Dr. Kapil Trikha, and all club members. They emphasized that the recognition has increased their sense of duty towards society and the people. Through their pens, they pledged to address social issues and contribute to the betterment of border areas.
Executive President of Fazilka Press Club Jalesh Thathai, along with senior journalists Amrit Sachdeva and Mohit Gilhotra, received public recognition. Press Club President Davinder Pal Singh Dureja and Chairman Dr. Kapil Trikha, along with Editor Rakesh Nagpal, Manoj Nagpal, Sandeep Abrol, Rupesh Bansal, Raj Arora, Prem Doomra, Lachman Dost, Advocate Amarjeet Sharma, Pradeep Rajput, Liladhar Sharma, Madan Ghorela, Deepak Nagpal, Sandeep Chalana, Ranjit Singh, Sonu Verma, and Chairman of the Trade Board Praful Chandra Nagpal extended their congratulations to all active members of the Press Club.
President Davinder Pal Singh and Jalesh Thathai emphasized the crucial role of journalism as the fourth pillar of democracy. They expressed their satisfaction with the continuous exemplary services provided by all members associated with the Fazilka Press Club, who effectively represent the voice of the people. Jalesh Thathai Lucky highlighted Ashok Kamra’s two-decade-long commitment to journalism, addressing important issues and bringing about positive resolutions. The young journalist Ritish Kukkar was commended for serving as the voice of the people, with wishes for their continued dedication to their journalistic endeavors.
