Bhagwant Mann Archives - Page 20 of 23

13 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Accuses Pratap Bajwa of Spreading Panic with Unfounded Bomb Claims, Alleges Links to Pakistan

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday sharply criticized Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa, accusing him of spreading panic by claiming that 50 bombs had been smuggled into Punjab, a statement CM Mann dismissed as baseless and politically motivated. In an official statement, the Chief Minister alleged that Bajwa’s longstanding family ties with individuals in Pakistan were behind the sensational claim. He asserted that no intelligence agency, either state or central, had received any such inputs about explosives being brought into the state. "Perhaps Bajwa's friends across the border informed him of such a plan,” Mann…

12 Apr

Prime Accused Nabbed in Grenade Attack on BJP Leader Kalia, Punjab CM Hails Police for Breakthrough

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Manoranjan Kalia, Punjab Police, Saidul Ameen

Chandigarh, April 12, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday lauded the Punjab Police for cracking the grenade attack case involving BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia. The Jalandhar Commissionerate Police, in coordination with central agencies and the Delhi Police, arrested Saidul Ameen — the prime accused — from Uttar Pradesh.Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, confirmed the arrest and praised the joint operation for its swift execution.Taking to X (formerly Twitter), CM Mann applauded the police for their courage and efficiency. “Punjab Police once again proved that it is one of the most brilliant police forces in…

06 Apr

Punjab Unveils ₹2,000 Crore ‘Sikhya Kranti’ to Transform Government Schools

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Harjot Singh Bains, Punjab schools, school infrastructure, Sikhya Kranti

Chandigarh, April 6, 2025 — The Punjab Government is set to launch an ambitious 54-day education festival, Sikhya Kranti, beginning April 7, to celebrate and inaugurate newly developed infrastructure worth ₹2,000 crore in 12,000 government schools across the state.Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced the initiative on Sunday, declaring it a historic step toward ensuring equitable, modern, and empowering education for Punjab’s children. The transformation includes renovated classrooms, smart learning facilities, and upgraded basic amenities in government schools.Minister Bains highlighted Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s vision, stating that schools now offer clean drinking water, high-speed Wi-Fi, gender-segregated toilets, desks, and…

04 Apr

Bhagwant Mann Pushes for Anandpur Sahib–Naina Devi Ropeway to Ease Pilgrim Travel

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAnandpur Sahib, Bhagwant Mann, Naina Devi, Ropeway Project

Naina Devi, April 4, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced a renewed push to kickstart the long-pending ropeway project between Sri Anandpur Sahib and Sri Naina Devi ji, aiming to ease travel for thousands of pilgrims.Speaking to reporters after offering prayers at the revered Shaktipeeth Sri Naina Devi ji temple during Navratras, Mann said he would soon request the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister to form a joint task force of officers to fast-track the project. He called the ropeway a vital step for improving connectivity between the two major pilgrimage sites separated by tough terrain.Mann expressed disappointment…

03 Apr

Punjab’s Progress Unstoppable After Years of Neglect, Says CM Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Punjab progress, World Skill Campus

National Times Bureau, April 3, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann declared that the state is firmly on the path of progress after three years of tackling issues left by previous governments. Speaking at the inauguration of the World Skill Campus of Excellence, he emphasized that poor governance in the past led to industrial decline, a thriving drug mafia, and stalled development.Mann highlighted his government's achievements, including shutting 17 toll plazas to ease financial burdens while accusing the BJP-led NDA of continuously increasing toll rates. He pointed out that groundwater levels had dropped to dangerous levels in 117 of…

31 Mar

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Opposes Waqf Amendment Bill, Announces ₹200 Crore for Malerkotla’s Development

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Eid, Malerkotla development, Punjab, Waqf Amendment Bill

Malerkotla (Punjab), March 31, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann strongly opposed the BJP-led NDA government's Waqf Amendment Bill, pledging to fight it in both Parliament and the Vidhan Sabha. Addressing the media after participating in Eid celebrations, Mann assured the Muslim community that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) stands firmly with them.He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to the welfare of all communities and pledged to protect their rights. Mann also emphasized Punjab’s focus on groundwater conservation, citing the revival of 15,947 water courses, which has improved irrigation access and reduced groundwater exploitation.War Against Drugs Gains Public SupportMann…

29 Mar

Punjab’s ‘War Against Drugs’ Leads to Major Seizures and Arrests

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Punjab drug crackdown, War Against Drugs

Chandigarh, March 29, 2025 – Punjab’s ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking has led to significant arrests and seizures under the ‘War Against Drugs’ campaign, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Cabinet Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar announced on Saturday.Addressing a press conference at the Chandigarh Party Office, Bhullar revealed that from March 1 to March 28, Punjab Police confiscated 153 kg of heroin, over 87 kg of opium, and more than ₹5.83 crore in cash. A total of 2,483 FIRs were registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, leading to the arrest of 4,280 drug traffickers.Authorities also seized…

27 Mar

Punjab Bets Big on Sports: International Events and Player Support Announced

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Four Nation Hockey League, Punjab sports events

Chandigarh, March 27, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced that the state is set to host several national and international sporting events, including the Four Nation Hockey League, as part of efforts to promote a strong sports culture.Speaking at a function to felicitate the 1975 World Cup-winning Indian Hockey team and award cash prizes to winners of National Games, Khedan Watan Punjab Dian, and Para Khedan Watan Punjab Dian, Mann highlighted that these efforts are already yielding results.Boosting Sports Infrastructure and Youth EngagementMann emphasized that sports can help steer Punjab’s youth away from drugs and into productive avenues.…

26 Mar

BJP’s Tarun Chugh Slams Punjab Budget, Calls It ‘Regressive’ and ‘Deceptive’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabAAP government, Bhagwant Mann, BJP, Punjab budget criticism, Punjab economy, Tarun Chugh

Chandigarh, March 26, 2025 – BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh launched a scathing attack on the Punjab AAP government's budget, calling it a “bundle of regressive vision” that lacks a clear roadmap for development. He accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s administration of failing to introduce new initiatives for farmers and industrialists, leaving key economic sectors neglected.Chugh compared the Punjab budget to the Delhi liquor scam, alleging that Manish Sisodia’s influence could lead to a drug scam in Punjab. He claimed that the state government’s drug awareness campaign was merely a cover-up to divert public funds into publicity efforts.Criticism Over…

26 Mar

Punjab CM Urges Centre to Expedite Grain Movement and Resolve Procurement Issues

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Prahlad Joshi, Punjab grain procurement

New Delhi, March 26, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has sought the intervention of Union Minister Prahlad Joshi to expedite wheat and rice transportation from Punjab, ensuring smooth procurement and storage ahead of the Rabi Marketing Season (RMS) 2025-26.Punjab expects to procure 124 LMT of wheat, but with 5 LMT from the previous season still stored, the total storage requirement has risen to 129 LMT. The lack of storage space, as covered warehouses remain occupied with rice stocks, is a major challenge. Mann requested the movement of at least 25 LMT of wheat via special trains and urged…