Bhagwant Mann Archives - Page 21 of 23

23 Mar

Punjab Police Dismantles Narco-Terror Module; Father-Son Duo Among Four Arrested with 4 kg Heroin

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a major crackdown on drug trafficking under the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Counter Intelligence (CI) unit in Amritsar has dismantled a narco-terror module operating in Punjab. The operation led to the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of 4 kg of heroin, according to Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, on Sunday. The arrested individuals have been identified as Sukhwinder Singh and his son Navjot Singh, both residents of Tarn Taran Road in Amritsar; Aniket, a resident of Chheharta in Amritsar; and Gurpreet Singh, alias Gopi, from Sheron village…

22 Mar

Punjab CM Mann Slams Centre’s Delimitation Plans, Calls It Attack on Democracy

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Chennai, March 22, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has strongly opposed the BJP-led central government’s proposed delimitation, calling it an unfair and undemocratic attempt to weaken opposition parties. Speaking at a conference in Chennai organized by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Mann accused the Centre of manipulating seat distribution to favor BJP strongholds while reducing representation in states where it struggles to win.Mann criticized the move as a "shameful act" designed to silence opposition voices by cutting down seats in non-BJP states while boosting those in the Hindi belt. He pointed out that South Indian states…

18 Mar

Bhagwant Mann Lauds AAP’s Achievements, Targets Akali Dal at Ludhiana Rally

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Chandigarh, March 18, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann addressed a massive gathering in Ludhiana, highlighting AAP's transformative governance and pledging to fulfill the dreams of the nation’s martyrs. Mann paid tribute to Kartar Singh Sarabha, recalling his influence on Bhagat Singh’s revolutionary spirit.Mann praised AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal for shifting political focus to education and healthcare. “Kejriwal ji’s vision is being implemented today, and the results are evident,” he said. He accused the Badals and the Akali Dal of corrupt rule, blaming them for Punjab’s drug crisis and social decline.Mann outlined his government's aggressive anti-drug measures, including police…

07 Mar

Punjab Farmers’ Protests Escalate as CM Mann Clashes with Unions

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Chandigarh, March 7 – The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, once a strong ally of the farmers’ movement, now finds itself at odds with the very community that helped propel it to power. Clashes erupted across Punjab on Wednesday as farmers attempted to march toward Chandigarh for a week-long sit-in protest against the state and central governments. Their demands include a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Prices (MSP), loan waivers, and higher farm incomes. Protests Meet Police Crackdown The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), which spearheaded the 2021 protests against farm laws, said hundreds of farmers were detained Tuesday…

05 Mar

Punjab Government Launches Bulldozer Crackdown on Drug Networks in Mandi Gobindgarh

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Mandi, March 5, 2025– In a major crackdown under the ‘Yudh Nashe Virudh’ (War Against Drugs) campaign, the Punjab government has launched bulldozer action against properties linked to drug traffickers in Mandi Gobindgarh and other areas. Authorities have demolished illegal structures allegedly built on encroached village land, intensifying the state’s fight against the drug menace. Demolitions Target Alleged Drug Peddlers’ Properties Officials confirmed that several unauthorized buildings linked to drug traffickers have been razed as part of the campaign. The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has vowed to eradicate drug networks and has set a three-month deadline…

04 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Takes a Strong Stand Against Corrupt Officials, Ensures Uninterrupted Registry Services

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SAS Nagar (Zirakpur), March 4, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann made it clear today that his government will not bow down to corrupt officials, especially those facing police action for bribery allegations. Taking an aggressive stance, he toured Zirakpur, Kharar, and Banur tehsil offices to ensure that registry services, which had stalled due to the protest by revenue officers, resumed immediately.Mann criticized revenue officers for going on mass leave as a pressure tactic after the Vigilance Bureau took action against corrupt officials. He stated, “These officers are essentially demanding a license for corruption. Our government will not…

04 Mar

Punjab Government’s ‘War Against Drugs’ Campaign Earns Praise from Harchand Singh Barsat

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Mohali, March 4, 2025 – The Punjab government’s ‘War Against Drugs’ campaign has been lauded as a commendable step by AAP leader and Punjab Mandi Board Chairman Harchand Singh Barsat. He stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the government is committed to eradicating drugs from Punjab and saving the youth from addiction.Barsat emphasized that strict action is being taken against drug traffickers, and the initiative will prove to be a major breakthrough in making Punjab drug-free. He urged social organizations, religious groups, and the general public to actively support the campaign, stressing that public participation…

04 Mar

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Warns Striking Tehsildars: “You May Go, Government Will Hire More”

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday conducted a surprise inspection at the Tehsil office in Kharar amid the ongoing strike by Tehsildars. Addressing the protest, CM Mann made it clear that the government would not bow to pressure, stating that those on strike were free to leave, and replacements would be hired. His remarks come after he issued a stern warning to the agitating officers, asserting that while they could continue their strike, the public would ultimately decide when and where they would be allowed to rejoin duty. The Chief Minister had already set a 5…

01 Mar

Punjab Police Cracks Down on Drug-Affected Areas in Kapurthala

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Kapurthala, March 1 – Under the Punjab government’s “Yudh Nashe Virudh” (War Against Drugs) campaign, Kapurthala Police carried out large-scale raids in drug-affected areas today. The operation was conducted with heavy police deployment to curb drug-related activities.Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Toora stated that the action was initiated under the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and DGP Gaurav Yadav. Raids were conducted in Kapurthala and Phagwara, where police questioned suspicious individuals and checked vehicles. Police Raids Across Kapurthala & Phagwara Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Toora stated that the action was initiated under the directives of…

27 Feb

Punjab Approves New Excise Policy for 2025-26, Targets ₹11,020 Crore Revenue

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Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – The Punjab cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved the excise policy for 2025-26, aiming to boost revenue by ₹800 crore over the previous year. The government has set a target of ₹11,020 crore in excise duty collection for the upcoming fiscal year, Finance Minister Harpal Cheema announced. Key Highlights of the Excise Policy Return to E-Tendering for Liquor Vends: The government is reverting to its 2022 policy of allotting liquor vends through e-tenders, ensuring transparency in the process.Open Quota for IMFL Continues: The policy will maintain an open quota for Indian Made…