CHANDIGARH, NOV 17 THE Chandigarh Administration has decided to observe Quami Ekta week from November 19 to 25.According to a press release issued here today, the Administration would observe National Integration Day on November 19, Welfare of Minorities Day on November 20, Linguistic Harmony Day on November 21, Weaker Sections Day on November 22, Cultural Unity Day on November 23, Women's Day on November 24 and Conservation Day on November 25.
During the week-long celebrations meetings and symposium, besides seminars on the theme of secularism would be organised. Special literary functions and kavi sammelans to acquaint people with the linguistic heritage of other parts of India would also be organised.
On November 19, UT Adviser Vineeta Rai will administer the pledge of national integration to the UT staff in the compound of deluxe building in Sector 9 here.A cultural programme, rallies and meeting for highlighting programmes of SC/ST, women's role in development of country and functions would also be part of the week.
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