PM Modi calls former PM Deve Gowda to enquire about his health
Bengaluru: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, who was unable to attend Modi’s swearing-in ceremony on Sunday due to ill health, and enquired about his health.
In a post on his personal ‘X’ account on Tuesday, Gowda said, “PM Shri @narendramodi avaru called me to share his thoughts and ideas on the new government. He enquired after my health too. I am grateful for his care and concern. His warmth made me emotional. May the almighty’s blessings always be on him. May he lead India to greater glory.”
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The former PM had posted on Sunday a copy of his letter to Modi congratulating him on taking charge of the Central government for the third successive term. Gowda wrote to Modi, “First of all, please accept my heartfelt congratulations on being sworn in as Prime Minister of India for the third straight term. It is a truly historic occasion… I would have very much liked to be part of the swearing in ceremony today, but my health does not permit me to travel to Delhi… I again reiterate the full support of my party, Janata Dal (Secular), to the National Democratic Alliance government. As a member of the NDA, we look forward to working with you and help you deliver your agenda of ‘Sab Ka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ (development for all).”
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Two men shot dead, one injured in firing incident in Punjab’s Batala
Chandigarh (PTI): Two persons were shot dead and one sustained injuries after unidentified persons opened fire at them in Punjab’s Batala late Monday night, police said.
The incident occurred in Bhoma village in Sri Hargobindpur subdivision.
Senior Superintendent of Police Batala, Mehtab Singh said some unidentified people opened fire at three persons who were on a walk.
The deceased were identified as Kashmir Singh and Jugraj Singh, according to the SSP. The injured, identified as another man named Jugraj Singh, has been admitted to a hospital.
Preliminary investigation revealed that there was no angle of extortion or any threat call in this incident, said the SSP.
Investigation in the matter is underway and CCTV footage in the area is being scanned, he said, adding that the culprits would soon be traced.
Police have initiated a thorough investigation and are making all efforts to identify and apprehend the accused at the earliest.
“Our teams are working on this case,” he said while replying to a question.
