Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced that the case involving Parminder Singh Jhota, known for his campaign against drug abuse, will be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), following a demand from his family.
In a statement shared on X, Mann reaffirmed the state government’s support for Jhota’s family and said the decision to transfer the investigation had been taken in response to their request.
The Chief Minister said the government stood firmly with the family and reiterated its commitment to tackling the drug menace in Punjab. He stressed that the administration would take stringent action wherever necessary to achieve its goal of making the state drug-free.
Mann described the campaign against drug trafficking as a determined and comprehensive fight, signalling that the government would not shy away from tough measures against those involved in the illegal drug trade.
The decision to hand over the case to the CBI marks a significant development, with the central agency expected to take up the investigation in accordance with the formal transfer process.
The announcement comes amid continued political and public attention on drug-related issues in Punjab, where the fight against narcotics remains a major concern for the state government and residents alike.
