U-Turn by Centre at Gang Canal 100-Year event draws sharp reaction from Rajasthan visitors

Ferozepur, December 6, 2025: Despite the much-anticipated centenary celebration of the historic Gang Canal in Ferozepur which was abruptly cancelled on Thursday, triggering sharp reactions from 50 dignitaries and visitors who had arrived from Rajasthan for the event.

The ceremony was meant to commemorate 100 years since the foundation stone of the canal was laid by Maharaja Ganga Singh on December 5, 1925.

Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, who had reached Amritsar to preside over the event as chief guest, was directed by the Prime Minister’s Office to return to Delhi immediately. With no official explanation provided, the sudden rollback left the gathering confused and disappointed

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