Aman Arora

Aman Arora Takes Charge as Punjab Industries Minister with Focus on Jobs and Investment

Aman Arora Takes Charge as Punjab Industries Minister with Focus on Jobs and Investment

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet Minister Mr. Aman Arora on Tuesday assumed office as the Minister for Industries & Commerce at Udyog Bhawan, Sector 17, Chandigarh. Notably, Mr. Arora already holds key portfolios including Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training, New & Renewable Energy Sources, Good Governance & Information Technology and Printing & Stationery. After taking charge, Mr. Arora expressed gratitude towards Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Sh. Arvind Kejriwal for reposing faith in him. He said that his top priority would be to transform Punjab into a most preferred investment destination…
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AAP Slams Arrest of Minister Sanjeev Arora as Politically Motivated Vendetta

AAP Slams Arrest of Minister Sanjeev Arora as Politically Motivated Vendetta

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) declared the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid at Minister Sanjeev Arora’s residence and his arrest as a completely politically motivated act. Condemning the BJP-led Central Government in the strongest terms, AAP said that whenever the BJP sees itself losing political ground in elections, it conspires to crush the voice of the opposition by unleashing investigative agencies against them. The action against Sanjeev Arora is part of that same politics of vendetta. On this, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema stated, “Just as BJP misused the machinery of ED, CBI and other central agencies…
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AAP Leaders Condemn Opposition Conduct and Gas Price Hike Following Landmark Labour Day Session

AAP Leaders Condemn Opposition Conduct and Gas Price Hike Following Landmark Labour Day Session

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Following the special Punjab Vidhan Sabha session held on Labour Day, leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) launched a strong political response to the BJP, Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), stating that their actions reflect an anti-worker, anti-poor and opportunistic approach, while the AAP government continues to prioritise pro-people policies. Senior AAP leader and Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema criticised the BJP-led Central Government over the ₹994 hike in commercial gas cylinder prices immediately after elections, stating, “₹994 hike in commercial gas cylinder prices is a direct assault on workers and small businesses.” He asserted…
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Punjab to illuminate 13,000 villages with solar LED lights under new scheme

Punjab to illuminate 13,000 villages with solar LED lights under new scheme

Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s New and Renewable Energy Minister Aman Arora on Sunday announced that the Punjab Government has launched a unique initiative, ‘Mukhya Mantri Roshan Punjab Yojna’, to illuminate all villages across the state with solar-powered LED streetlights at an outlay of Rs. 550 crore. Addressing a press conference at the local Circuit House, the Minister described the project as one of the biggest rural lighting initiatives, under which more than 3 lakh solar LED lights will be installed across Punjab.Mr. Arora said that the state Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved the programme on…
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AAP’s Aman Arora Issues 8-Question Challenge to Amit Shah Ahead of Moga Rally

AAP’s Aman Arora Issues 8-Question Challenge to Amit Shah Ahead of Moga Rally

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s rally in Moga, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Saturday put eight pointed questions to the BJP-led Central Government, demanding clear answers on issues ranging from Punjab’s withheld funds and massive GST losses to flood relief, industry, drug trafficking, employment and rising LPG prices. Stating that the visit cannot be reduced to political rhetoric, Aman Arora said three crore Punjabis are expecting accountability from the Union Home Minister and deserve concrete answers, not hollow slogans or “jumlas,” on the serious economic and governance concerns…
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Aman Arora on Majithia’s Bail: Law, Evidence and Truth Are Stronger Than Political Celebrations

Aman Arora on Majithia’s Bail: Law, Evidence and Truth Are Stronger Than Political Celebrations

AAP Government Will Take Corruption Cases to Their Logical End, No Matter How Powerful the Accused Is National Times Bureau :- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora, reacting to the bail granted to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, made it clear that bail should not be misrepresented as exoneration. He said that the people of Punjab must understand that this relief is purely procedural and does not weaken the serious corruption charges against Majithia in any manner. Aman Arora said that the bail has been granted on technical grounds related to the period…
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Aman Arora Defends Punjab Government’s Flood Measures, Criticises Opposition in Assembly

Aman Arora Defends Punjab Government’s Flood Measures, Criticises Opposition in Assembly

Chandigarh, September 28, 2025 (National Times Bureau): On the concluding day of the Punjab Assembly session, Cabinet Minister Aman Arora strongly defended the state government’s response to this year’s devastating floods while targeting opposition leaders for their criticism.Participating in the debate on the “Punjab Rehabilitation” resolution, Arora said the scale of destruction caused by the floods was unlike anything Punjab had witnessed before. He pointed out that the government had already cleared drains and canals in advance and had stationed ministers in flood-prone areas before the waters arrived. “Our ministers were on the ground even in regions where only limited…
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Fortist Invest ₹950 Crore in Punjab, Generating Employment for 5,000 People

Fortist Invest ₹950 Crore in Punjab, Generating Employment for 5,000 People

National Times Bureau :- Fortis Healthcare has announced a major expansion in Punjab with an investment of ₹950 crore, aimed at extending its Mohali hospital. The project, announced by Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, is expected to create employment opportunities for approximately 5,000 people, including 2,500 direct jobs and 2,200 indirect jobs. Fortis plans to develop the hospital into a multi-specialty facility spanning over 13.5 acres. Manoo Kapila, Head of Corporate Affairs at Fortis Healthcare, stated that the company, which opened its first hospital in Mohali in 2001, is prioritizing Punjab for this expansion. He also confirmed future investments in…
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Punjab Flood Crisis: AAP’s Aman Arora Urges Centre for Rs 20,000 Crore Relief Package Ahead of PM’s Visit

Punjab Flood Crisis: AAP’s Aman Arora Urges Centre for Rs 20,000 Crore Relief Package Ahead of PM’s Visit

Chandigarh: (Gurpreet Singh): As Punjab continues to grapple with the aftermath of devastating floods, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Punjab unit president and state minister Aman Arora has made a strong appeal to the central government, urging an immediate financial intervention to support relief and rehabilitation efforts. Speaking to the media, Arora called on the Centre to announce a comprehensive aid package of at least Rs 20,000 crore, citing the extensive damage caused by the floods. “Punjab is suffering. The Centre must step up and provide urgent assistance. A package of Rs 20,000 crore is not just necessary—it is critical for…
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AAP Issues Clarification on Manish Sisodia’s Controversial Statement

AAP Issues Clarification on Manish Sisodia’s Controversial Statement

National Times Bureau :- The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has issued a clarification after a recent statement made by former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia triggered political reactions. The party said that Sisodia’s remarks were being “misinterpreted and taken out of context” by opponents to create unnecessary controversy. AAP leaders stressed that the former minister’s words were aimed at highlighting governance issues, not at targeting any individual or institution. Party spokespersons added that AAP remains committed to its core agenda of education, healthcare, and clean politics, and accused rival parties of twisting Sisodia’s comments for political gain. The clarification…
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