India Today State of the State Conclave Punjab: The winners

The Chief Minister of Punjab, Captain Amarinder Singh, released the India Today State of the State report on Punjab, which is an in-depth study measuring the progress of 17 out of 22 districts of the state over last one decade based on key indicators such as education, health, water and sanitation, infrastructure, law and order, agriculture, industry, services and prosperity.

Chief Minister Amarinder Singh gave away awards to the best performing districts and most improved districts in the state.

At the State of the State Conclave Punjab, India Today Group Editorial Director Raj Chengappa shared his special affection for the state and said, "Punjab has always had a rich history that dates back to the Indus Valley civilisation and this land of five great rivers - whether this side of the border or the other - had always played a special role in the sub-continent. After Partition, as we all know, the state was further divided in 1966 with Haryana and Himachal Pradesh being carved out of it."

"Secondly, undaunted by these developments, Punjab continued to prosper and occupies a unique place in the country's hearts. The people of the state are amongst the most hardworking in the country and their enterprising spirit saw them lead the country especially in agriculture. With just 1.53 per cent of the geographical area of the country, Punjab continues to be the granary of India."

For the complete State of the State Conclave Punjab coverage, click here.