Haryana Governor Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh visits Siswan Lake and Forest Reserve

Chandigarh, March 31, 2026: Governor of Haryana Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh, accompanied by Lady Governor Smt Mitra Ghosh, on Tuesday visited the serene environs of Siswan Lake and the adjoining forest reserve to experience its mesmerizing natural beauty and ecological richness.

During the visit, Governor Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh, Lady Governor Smt Mitra Ghosh and Shri DK Behera, Secretary, Haryana Lok Bhavan, had the motorboat ride and previewed the surroundings of Shivalik Hills. He also visited the museum, which showcases the ecological and cultural heritage of the region and has been meticulously preserved by the department.

Deeply impressed by the pristine surroundings, tranquil waters and the well-maintained infrastructure, Haryana Governor Prof Ghosh lauded the efforts of the Forest Department, Punjab, for preserving this natural hidden trail. Divisional Forest Officer Shri Amneet Singh, IFS, apprised him about the significance of the lake, the biodiversity of the forest reserve and the conservation efforts undertaken by the Forest Department, Punjab.

On the occasion, Shri Harpreet Sandhu, State Information Commissioner, Punjab, presented a portrait of the Siswan Lake to Governor Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh and Lady Governor Smt Mitra Ghosh along with personalized name plates and flower pots as a token of respect and remembrance. ADC to Governor Shri Nitish Agarwal, SMO Dr Rajesh Talwar, Private Secretary to Governor Shri Shankha Chatterjee, and other Haryana Lok Bhavan officials were also present on the occasion.