Bhagwant Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann to Begin 10-Day Investment Outreach Trip to Japan

CM Bhagwant Mann to Begin 10-Day Investment Outreach Trip to Japan

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will depart for Japan tomorrow on a 10-day international tour aimed at drawing top-tier Japanese companies to invest in the state and participate in Punjab’s upcoming global investor summit. Officials said the Chief Minister’s schedule includes multiple business meetings across major Japanese cities, where he will showcase Punjab’s industrial potential and pitch opportunities in sectors such as precision manufacturing, automotive components, electronics, food-tech, solar energy, and next-generation green technologies. The visit follows an extensive virtual conference held three days earlier with a high-powered Japanese delegation. The session brought together representatives from the…
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Punjab Pushes for Deeper Industrial Partnership with Japan Ahead of 2026 Investors’ Summit

Punjab Pushes for Deeper Industrial Partnership with Japan Ahead of 2026 Investors’ Summit

Chandigarh, November 27, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday batted for strategic tie up with Japan in key sectors of advanced manufacturing, mobility, electronics, food processing, renewable energy, and global services.The Chief Minister, accompanied by Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, virtually held a detailed deliberation with a high level delegation of Japan comprising representatives of the Embassy of Japan, JETRO, JCCII, and over 25 leading Japanese companies operating across India such as Panasonic, Sumitomo, Nippon, NEC, Toyota and others.The interaction formed a key part of Punjab’s international outreach in the run-up to the 6th Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit…
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CM Mann Announces Guru Tegh Bahadur University At Anandpur Sahib On 350th Martyrdom Day

CM Mann Announces Guru Tegh Bahadur University At Anandpur Sahib On 350th Martyrdom Day

Sri Anandpur Sahib, November 26, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the establishment of a world-class university in Sri Anandpur Sahib named after the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, bringing to life the vision of AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal.Speaking at the ‘Sarbat Da Bhala’ gathering at Gurdwara Budda Dal Chavni on the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the Chief Minister said this university in the sacred city will strengthen Guru Sahib’s great vision. He said the university will be extremely helpful for deep research into the ninth Guru’s unique martyrdom, great…
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Punjab Achieves Historic MSP Milestone, Over 11 Lakh Farmers Receive Payments

Punjab Achieves Historic MSP Milestone, Over 11 Lakh Farmers Receive Payments

Chandigarh:Leaving no stone unturned in ensuring smooth paddy procurement, under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and through the proactive initiatives of the Punjab government, 11,31,270 farmers have received the benefit of Minimum Support Price (MSP) until November 12.Under the leadership of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the process of procurement, lifting and payment is continuing in full swing. With 96,920 farmers having received the benefit of Minimum Support Price so far, Patiala district is leading in the state.It is noteworthy that by the evening of November 12, a total of 1,54,78,162.41…
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Punjab Launches First-Ever Coordinated Drive to Address Stray Animal Crisis

Punjab Launches First-Ever Coordinated Drive to Address Stray Animal Crisis

Chandigarh, November 17, 2025: For the first time in Punjab’s history, the state government has launched a coordinated, state-level action plan to tackle the decades-old problem of stray animals. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government has turned its earlier assurance given during the debate on the amendment to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act into a concrete policy.Local Government Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh informed the Assembly that for the first time, all departments and stakeholders are working together to solve this issue. The Local Government Department is leading this multi-agency effort, ensuring coordination among all related departments.To support the victims…
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Punjab Sets Historic Record With 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement, Over ₹34,000 Crore Paid to Farmers Within 48 Hours

Punjab Sets Historic Record With 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement, Over ₹34,000 Crore Paid to Farmers Within 48 Hours

Chandigarh, November 15, 2025: This season has brought a victory of hope, hard work, and trust for the hardworking farmers of Punjab. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has created a new history this year by completing the procurement of over 150 lakh metric tons of paddy. This unprecedented achievement comes at a time when floods in several parts of the state had damaged crops, but the government's strong policy and the farmers' unwavering spirit overcame all challenges.According to government figures, a total of 1,51,80,075.88 metric tons of paddy arrived in the state's mandis…
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Punjab Launches Massive ‘Har Pind Khel Maidan’ Mission to Transform Rural Sports Infrastructure

Punjab Launches Massive ‘Har Pind Khel Maidan’ Mission to Transform Rural Sports Infrastructure

Chandigarh, 15 November 2025: Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has launched a historic and transformative initiative aimed at permanently reshaping the rural landscape of the state. This ambitious project, named ‘Har Pind Khel Maidan’ (a playground in every village), is not just about building infrastructure—it is a decisive step towards realising the dream of a ‘Rangla Punjab’. Implemented in mission mode, the scheme aims to provide Punjab’s youth with a healthy, disciplined, and promising future. It promises to bring a new dawn and transform the heartbeat of rural Punjab.The most important objective of…
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Punjab Leads with Compassion: Mann Government Sets Benchmark in Empowering Divyang Citizens

Punjab Leads with Compassion: Mann Government Sets Benchmark in Empowering Divyang Citizens

Chandigarh, November 13, 2025: The land of Punjab, known for the blessings of Gurus and human values, is today witnessing a new revolution. This is not a revolution of roads or electricity poles, but of the dignity and empowerment of that section of society which was often sidelined by calling them “Divyangjans” (persons with disabilities). Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab government’s work for deaf-mute and physically disabled people is not just government schemes, but a bridge of sensitivity and respect. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government has extended its hand to that section which has…
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Mann Government Fulfilling the Wishes of Elderly Devotees: Second Pilgrimage Convoy Departs for Golden Temple

Mann Government Fulfilling the Wishes of Elderly Devotees: Second Pilgrimage Convoy Departs for Golden Temple

Dhuri (Sangrur): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today flagged off the first batch of buses taking devotees to visit religious places in the holy city of Amritsar under the Chief Minister’s Pilgrimage Scheme.Speaking to the devotees, the Chief Minister said that this journey is dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the ninth Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. He said that this scheme was started on October 29, 2025, from village Bardhwal and these devotees have been selected transparently through a draw. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this is a humble initiative by the Punjab government to strengthen…
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Punjab Becomes India’s First State to Fully Implement BharatNet, Bringing Fast Internet to Every Village

Punjab Becomes India’s First State to Fully Implement BharatNet, Bringing Fast Internet to Every Village

Chandigarh, November 12, 2025: Punjab has created history. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the state has become the first in India to fully implement the revised BharatNet scheme. Chief Secretary K.A.P. Sinha received this award today from BSNL CGM Ajay Kumar Karara and said that this marks a new dawn for the 30 million people of Punjab. High-speed broadband internet has already reached 43 blocks of the state, and by the end of November, every village will be connected to Digital India.This is no small achievement. At a time when the entire nation talks about Digital…
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