Punjab

Punjab Strengthens Jail Rehabilitation and Healthcare Through UNODC Collaboration
27 Jun

Punjab Strengthens Jail Rehabilitation and Healthcare Through UNODC Collaboration

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A high-level stakeholder consultation on Drugs, HIV and Prison Health was held in Ludhiana on Friday to reaffirm Punjab’s commitment to ensuring comprehensive healthcare and rehabilitation for jail inmates. The event was organised by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in collaboration with the Punjab Prisons Department and the NGO TYCIA to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The day-long consultation brought together state officials, prison officials and healthcare experts from across Punjab and the country to focus on strengthening prison healthcare systems and rehabilitation services for inmates. Addressing the…
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Chandigarh Police Intensify Vigil After Punjab Shootings, Launch Citywide Security Sweep
27 Jun

Chandigarh Police Intensify Vigil After Punjab Shootings, Launch Citywide Security Sweep

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Following recent firing incidents reported in parts of Punjab, Chandigarh Police have significantly enhanced security arrangements across the Union Territory, carrying out an extensive overnight operation aimed at preventing any potential criminal activity. The city witnessed heightened police presence as security personnel established checkpoints at strategic locations, including major roads leading into Chandigarh. Vehicles entering and leaving the city were subjected to detailed verification, with officers checking identification documents and inspecting suspicious vehicles. In addition to roadside surveillance, police teams carried out coordinated inspections at nightlife destinations, including clubs, pubs and bars. Officials monitored compliance with closing-time…
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Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh Pays Tribute to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee
26 Jun

Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh Pays Tribute to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh paid rich floral tributes to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan and former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Emergency. Terming June 26, 1975, as the darkest chapter in the history of Indian democracy, the Governor stated that the declaration of the Emergency marked an unprecedented assault on democratic values. He noted that during that period, fundamental rights of citizens were completely suspended, freedom of the press was crushed, opposition leaders were imprisoned, and severe restrictions were imposed on civil liberties. The Governor highlighted…
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Punjab Government Constructing 3,100 Stadiums Across State to Promote Sports and Wean Youth From Drugs, Announces CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
26 Jun

Punjab Government Constructing 3,100 Stadiums Across State to Promote Sports and Wean Youth From Drugs, Announces CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

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Samana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday said that the state government is constructing 3,100 stadiums across the state to promote sporting culture and wean away the youth from the curse of drugs. While laying the foundation stone of a sports stadium in Samana, the Chief Minister said that the state government is making unprecedented investments in sports infrastructure to encourage youth participation in sports, eradicate the menace of drugs and prepare athletes to excel at national and international levels. Addressing the gathering, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “This sports stadium will be constructed over nine…
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Bhagwant Mann Govt’s Decisive Battle to Make Punjab Drug-Free and Gangster-Free Continues, Assures Kuldeep Dhaliwal
26 Jun

Bhagwant Mann Govt’s Decisive Battle to Make Punjab Drug-Free and Gangster-Free Continues, Assures Kuldeep Dhaliwal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Friday highlighted the historic initiatives undertaken by the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government to eradicate drugs and gangsterism from the state, asserting that the government has been relentlessly fighting against these two major social evils for the past four and a half years. Addressing a press conference at the party office, Dhaliwal stated that the Mann Government remains fully committed to securing the future of Punjab’s youth and restoring absolute peace, and the state's campaigns will continue until every drug smuggler, and gangster is…
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Volunteers Must Guard Against Attempted Voter Deletions by BJP, Warns Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
26 Jun

Volunteers Must Guard Against Attempted Voter Deletions by BJP, Warns Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

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Sangrur (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday called upon Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) volunteers to remain vigilant during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, pointing out that the BJP could attempt to delete the votes of AAP supporters to influence the outcome of future elections. The Chief Minister also highlighted the AAP Government’s pro-people initiatives, asserting that these measures have significantly improved the lives of people across the state. He urged party karyakartas to strengthen the organisation at the grassroots level and expressed confidence that the AAP would return to power with an overwhelming…
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Holistic Development of Villages Will Make Punjab Frontrunner in Country, Declares CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
26 Jun

Holistic Development of Villages Will Make Punjab Frontrunner in Country, Declares CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

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Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday called upon Sarpanches to rise above parochial considerations and work wholeheartedly for the comprehensive development of Pinds (villages). During a Sarpanch Milni, the Chief Minister announced that Sarpanches will receive an honorarium of ₹10,000 per month from August 15. He also urged them to ensure transparent utilization of public funds, eliminate groupism, promote communal harmony, and lead efforts to make villages drug-free, clean, green and pollution-free. Addressing the gathering during the Sarpanch Milni, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Panchayats are known as the foundation of democracy because they have…
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Perpetrators of Beadbi Protected for 15 Years Will Soon Be Behind Bars, Assures Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
26 Jun

Perpetrators of Beadbi Protected for 15 Years Will Soon Be Behind Bars, Assures Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

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Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday affirmed those who shielded the perpetrators of the Beadbi (sacrilege) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji for 15 years can never be forgiven by the Sangat and asserted that those responsible for the heinous crime would soon be behind bars. During a Lok Milni among people of village Gajewas in the Samana Assembly segment of Patiala district, the Chief Minister said the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026 would ensure strict punishment for anyone committing beadbi. He also highlighted the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government’s…
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Punjab Braces for Widespread Rainfall as Orange Alert Issued; Cooler Days Ahead
26 Jun

Punjab Braces for Widespread Rainfall as Orange Alert Issued; Cooler Days Ahead

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After days of intense heat and uncomfortable humidity, Punjab is likely to witness a significant change in weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting an active spell of rain beginning this weekend. An Orange Alert has been issued for June 27 and 28, warning of heavy rainfall in several districts and advising residents to remain cautious. According to weather officials, monsoon conditions are expected to strengthen rapidly over the state, bringing widespread showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds. The rainfall is likely to provide substantial relief from soaring temperatures while improving conditions for ongoing agricultural activities. The…
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25 Jun

Irrigation Minister Shruti Choudhry Fast-Tracks 33.78 Crore Rupee Canal Overhaul and Water Management Infrastructure in Bhiwani

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The infrastructure development of Haryana's rural landscape has received a significant boost with the state government accelerating water distribution projects in the Bhiwani district. Haryana Cabinet Minister for Irrigation and Water Resources, alongside Women and Child Development, Shruti Choudhry, announced the mobilization of a massive capital outlay of 33.78 crore rupees dedicated to modernizing, remodeling, and strengthening the regional canal network. The extensive public works initiative is strategically engineered to optimize water conservation and resolve long-standing irrigation challenges within the Tosham Assembly constituency, ensuring that critical water supplies effectively reach tail-end agricultural fields. The multi-crore structural upgrade…
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