Chandigarh, March 2 -- Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit on Friday reiterated the firm commitment of the state government to bridge the gap between the privileged and marginalised and ensure that the fruits of development reach every section of society.

In his address during the sixth session of 16th Punjab Vidhan Sabha, the governor said one of the foremost priorities of his government was to foster an environment of inclusive growth, where every citizen of Punjab has equal opportunities to thrive and prosper.

The governor's address was placed on record of the state assembly after he was forced to cut it short by members of the opposition Congress who resorted to sloganeering on the issue of farmers' agitation.

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