Bhagwant Mann Archives - Page 28 of 30

03 Apr

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

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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

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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

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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

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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’

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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

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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…

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…