Chandigarh, May 18 -- Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday hosted meritorious students from the Class 10 and 12 of Punjab School Education Board and praised their achievements. He also spoke at length about education reforms, equal opportunities, and rural success stories in the state.

During the event, Mann congratulated the toppers, their parents, and teachers, saying, "I wholeheartedly congratulate all the students, parents, and teachers...your hard work has paid off."

He also appreciated those who missed the merit list by a few marks. "Many people stay behind by just a few marks, their names don't make it to the list, but I still extend my congratulations to all of them," he added.

Mann recalled his own past when he personally ca...