Bhagwant Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann Presents Clarification at Akal Takht Sahib, Reaffirms Respect for Supreme Sikh Institution

CM Bhagwant Mann Presents Clarification at Akal Takht Sahib, Reaffirms Respect for Supreme Sikh Institution

Amritsar, January 15, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday appeared before Sri Akal Takht Sahib and submitted his explanation in connection with the controversy surrounding alleged videos and issues related to golaks (donation boxes). The appearance lasted around 35 minutes and took place at the Akal Takht Secretariat in Amritsar. After the proceedings concluded, Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj announced that he would address the media later in the afternoon to share details of the meeting and the Chief Minister’s submissions. Speaking to reporters after his appearance, CM Mann stressed that he never questioned or challenged the authority…
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Punjab Chief Minister to Present Himself Before Akal Takht Amid Controversy

Punjab Chief Minister to Present Himself Before Akal Takht Amid Controversy

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is expected to appear before the Akal Takht secretariat at 11 am today following accusations that certain comments made by him hurt Sikh religious sentiments. Mann arrived in the holy city on Wednesday in anticipation of the summons issued by Sikh clergy. Sources within the Akal Takht secretariat said preparations were carried out under the guidance of officiating Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj. An official noted that although the secretariat usually begins functioning at 9.30 am, additional arrangements were made in view of the Chief Minister’s visit, including the presence of designated…
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Zero Tolerance for Corruption:  Mann Government  Blueprint for Transparent Governance

Zero Tolerance for Corruption:  Mann Government  Blueprint for Transparent Governance

Chandigarh, 13th January 2026: Reaffirming the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government’s zero-tolerance policy against corruption, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday said strict and exemplary action was being taken against corrupt officials in the Finance Department, underlining that no one would be spared, irrespective of rank or position. Sharing details of the ongoing crackdown, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said complaints of corruption were received in mid-2022 against four employees posted in the Treasury and Accounts Branch (Head Office) and various District Treasury Offices. “The moment complaints were received, the department acted without delay. All four…
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Punjab Must Vote Out Politics of Falsehood, Says Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Punjab Must Vote Out Politics of Falsehood, Says Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, January 11: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government, urging the people of Punjab to reject what he described as politics based on falsehoods and empty promises. He said the country and states need experienced, responsible and people-centric governance, stressing that politics should be a medium of service, not a tool for enjoying power. Addressing a public gathering in Samrala in Ludhiana district, Saini said the governance model implemented in Haryana could serve as a strong foundation for good governance across the country. He called upon the…
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Punjab CM Calls for Mass Participation in Anti-Drug Drive, Highlights Governance Gains at Bathinda Meet

Punjab CM Calls for Mass Participation in Anti-Drug Drive, Highlights Governance Gains at Bathinda Meet

Bathinda, 10th January 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday attended a Lok Milni in Bathinda, where he urged party leaders, workers, and cadres to intensify their efforts to further transform the second phase of ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ into a mass movement, asserting that Punjab is leading the nation’s decisive war against drugs.Interacting with party leaders, workers, and other cadres during a Lok Milni, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The state government has launched the second phase of Yudh Nashean Virudh with the clear objective of completely eradicating the menace of drugs from Punjab. Big leaders of previous…
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Mission Pragati Boosts Competitive Exam Preparation as Punjab CM Engages with Aspirants in Bathinda

Mission Pragati Boosts Competitive Exam Preparation as Punjab CM Engages with Aspirants in Bathinda

Bathinda, 11th January 2026: Reinforcing the Punjab government’s focus on preparing youth for competitive careers, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday interacted with candidates and students enrolled under Mission Pragati at the District Library in Bathinda, highlighting the state’s effort to provide free academic and physical training to rural and meritorious students for recruitment examinations, including the SSB, police and armed forces, as part of its broader education-led push to turn job seekers into job givers. Interacting with students under Mission Pragati at the District Library in Bathinda, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann welcomed those who gathered despite the…
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Punjab Creates Employment Record as CM Bhagwant Mann Distributes Appointment Letters to 1,746 Police Constables

Punjab Creates Employment Record as CM Bhagwant Mann Distributes Appointment Letters to 1,746 Police Constables

Jalandhar, 11th January 2026: At a time when government employment has become a distant promise for youth in most states, Punjab presents a sharply contrasting picture. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann distributed appointment letters to 1,746 police constables at PAP Ground in Jalandhar, underlining a governance record that delivers outcomes rather than announcements. Since March 16, 2022, the Punjab government has been providing government jobs to an average of 45 youth every single day, creating history with 63,027 appointments in less than four years. The mass induction not only strengthens the Punjab Police but also reinforces a clear message of…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils ₹90 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Bathinda, Dedicates Multania ROB and Clears New Janata Nagar Bridge

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils ₹90 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Bathinda, Dedicates Multania ROB and Clears New Janata Nagar Bridge

Bathinda, January 10, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced a major infrastructure push for Bathinda, dedicating projects worth nearly ₹90 crore aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving urban connectivity. The Chief Minister formally inaugurated the rebuilt Multania Railway Over Bridge (ROB) and approved the construction of a new ROB at Janata Nagar. Addressing a public gathering after inaugurating the Multania ROB, Mann said Bathinda’s strategic importance as a key railway junction has long posed mobility challenges for residents, as multiple railway lines divide the city into different zones. He noted that the Multania bridge, built…
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AAP sarpanch killing: Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD questions deteriorating law and order in state

AAP sarpanch killing: Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD questions deteriorating law and order in state

National Times Bureau :- A day after chilling murder of Aam Aadmi Party's sitting sarpanch Jarmail Singh was shot dead at a wedding ceremony, gangster Dony Bal has claimed responsibility for the killing. The post, allegedly made by gang members Doni Bal, Prabh Dasuwal, Mohabbat Randhawa accused the sarpanch of bribing the police of Rs 35 lakh and getting his house demolished.  While the authenticity of the post could not be independently verified, the police said they were aware of the social media claim and were investigating all angles, including gang rivalry. Jarmal Singh, the sarpanch of Valtoha village in…
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Punjab Crosses 61,000 Government Jobs Milestone as CM Mann Hands Appointment Letters to 606 Educators

Punjab Crosses 61,000 Government Jobs Milestone as CM Mann Hands Appointment Letters to 606 Educators

Chandigarh, 3 January 2026: Continuing the Punjab Government’s flagship Mission Rozgar, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 606 newly recruited candidates of the Education Department at a ceremony held at Tagore Theatre, marking a historic milestone of providing more than 61,000 government jobs to the youth of Punjab within four years. The newly appointed candidates include 385 Special Educator Teachers, 157 Primary Teachers, eight Principals, and 56 employees recruited on compassionate grounds.Extending New Year greetings to the appointees, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this achievement reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to merit, transparency, and…
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