The Emblem of Punjab is the official state emblem of the Indian state of Punjab and it is used as the official symbol of the Government of Punjab.[1][2][3]
| Emblem of Punjab | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Armiger | Government of Punjab |
| Crest | Wheat stem |
| Shield | Lion Capital of Ashoka |
| Supporters | Crossed talwar swords |
| Motto | सत्यमेव जयते Satyameva Jayate Truth alone triumphs |
The emblem of Punjab consists of the encircled Lion Capital of Ashoka (depicting ancient Ashoka-era heritage found at Sanghol[4]) with a Wheat stem above it and crossed Swords below it.[5] Around the lion capital is written the legend "Government of Punjab" in the English, Hindi and Punjabi languages.
During British rule in India, the undivided province of Punjab was granted a coat of arms. These arms consisted of a purple shield charged with a sun rising over five rivers in silver. The motto translated at "Let it grow from the rivers"[6] The name "Punjab" means land of five rivers.
The government of Punjab can be represented by a banner depicting the emblem of the state on a blue background.
