CHANDIGARH: The Slate of New Jersey has decided to honor the Punjab Chief Minister, Beant Singh, mm recognition of his “accomplishments in the spent of Mahatma Gandhi’s message of peace and nonviolence.”
A handout released here on Jan.23 said the decision was taken by the New Jersey Senate through a resolution which also said that Beant Singh had “guided the state to 80% reduction of terrorism that once plagued the doubleton state which is a fitting testimonial to his ability.”
The resolution said “Whereas it is both proper and fitting for the members of this House in noting and saluting the career and accomplishments of Beant Singh, be it resolved by the Senate of New Jersey that this House thereby praises Beant Singh for his dedication and wishes continues success and inspiration as one of the pre-eminent leaders of his home country.”
The Senate invited Beant Singh to receive the original copy of the resolution from its president. He will be made an honorary citizen of New Jersey.
Article extracted from this publication >> January 29, 1993
