Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday lauded the Punjab School Education Board's Class X results, which recorded an overall pass percentage of 94.52. He felicitated the three students who secured the top ranks in the state.
Top Performers Honored
Mann congratulated Harleen Sharma, Manimahesh Sharma, and Riya Rani, who scored 99.38%, 99.23%, and 99.23%, respectively. The Chief Minister stated, "These students have achieved success through sheer hard work, dedication, and determination. They will become role models for future generations."
Direct Admission and Cash Rewards
The Chief Minister announced direct admission for the three toppers to the Schools of Eminence in any stream of their choice. Additionally, he handed over cheques of Rs 50,000 each to the students.
Punjab's Educational Performance
Referring to the recent NITI Aayog report on school education, Mann highlighted that Punjab has emerged as the top-performing state in primary and middle-school education, surpassing Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi. He emphasized that for the last four years, the Punjab government has consistently focused on teacher training, modern teaching methods, and smart classrooms.
Social Media Reaction
Sharing snippets from the interaction on X (formerly Twitter), Mann remarked that the results prove Punjab's children lack "no talent or capability" when provided with proper opportunities. This achievement underscores the state's commitment to educational excellence.
