Bhagwant Mann Archives - Page 31 of 39

29 Jul

Punjab Declares Gazetted Holiday on Shaheed Udham Singh’s Martyrdom Day; Road Renamed in His Honour

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAman Arora, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, Gazetted Holiday, July 31, Punjab government, Shaheed Udham Singh

Chandigarh, July 29, 2025: The Punjab Government has officially declared July 31 as a gazetted holiday to mark the martyrdom day of Shaheed Udham Singh. The announcement, made by AAP State President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora, fulfils a long-standing demand of the Kamboj community and aims to honour the legacy of the iconic revolutionary who avenged the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in London.At a press conference held at Punjab Bhawan, Aman Arora also revealed that the Bhawanigarh–Sunam–Bhikhi–Kotshamir road will be renamed as “Shaheed Udham Singh Marg.” This renaming is part of the state's tribute to the freedom fighter and will…

28 Jul

CM Mann Hands Over ₹1 Crore Cheque to Martyr ASI Dhanwant Singh’s Family, Reaffirms Support for Soldiers’ Kin

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Chandigarh, July 28, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday extended heartfelt support to the family of martyr ASI Dhanwant Singh by personally handing over a cheque of ₹1 crore at Khatkar Kalan in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar. The officer had laid down his life in the line of duty on January 18, 2025, while serving in the district.Describing the gesture as a mark of respect for the bravery and sacrifice of ASI Dhanwant Singh, the Chief Minister said the contribution of this son of the soil towards maintaining law and order would never be forgotten. He called…

27 Jul

Massive Drug Crackdown: Punjab Police Seizes Over 1,000 Kg Heroin in Five Months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Drug Smugglers arrested, Heroin Seizure, Punjab Police, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh, July 27, 2025 — Punjab Police has made a record-breaking drug haul under the ongoing ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ campaign, recovering over 1,002 kilograms of heroin in less than five months since the initiative began on March 1. This massive seizure marks a major breakthrough in the state's war against drugs, directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.Alongside the heroin haul, police have arrested 23,647 drug smugglers and registered 14,906 FIRs as part of extensive anti-drug operations, including cordon and search drives, night patrols, and raids at identified drug hotspots. These efforts are being carried out under the leadership of…

26 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Capt Amarinder Singh for Defending Bikram Majithia, Calls Out “Hypocrisy” on Drug Issue

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Bikram Majithia, Capt Amarinder Singh

Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a scathing attack on former CM Captain Amarinder Singh for defending Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, an accused in a high-profile drug case. The sharp political exchange comes after Captain Amarinder criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for what he termed as "political vendetta" and "assault on democracy." Reacting strongly to Amarinder Singh’s statement, CM Bhagwant Mann said,“Captain Sahib, today you’re suddenly concerned about the human rights of drug smugglers… When people’s sons were writhing in agony and dying under your and your nephew’s rule, you were…

22 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Pays Obeisance at Golden Temple, Reviews Security Amid Threats

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Amritsar (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar today, amid heightened security following a spate of threatening emails sent to the shrine and the city’s international airport. This marks the Chief Minister’s first visit to the Golden Temple since the threats surfaced on July 14, sparking concern among devotees and drawing criticism from opposition parties over the government's perceived delay in addressing the matter. Clad in traditional attire, Mann offered prayers at the sacred site and also reviewed the multi-layered security arrangements deployed around the temple complex. Senior police officials…

22 Jul

Punjab Govt–SGPC Clash Escalates Over Guru Tegh Bahadur Event: Mann Questions SGPC’s Sole Authority

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab, SGPC

Chandigarh (National Times): A sharp war of words has broken out between the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) over the organization of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The controversy began when the SGPC accused the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government of bypassing Sikh traditions by announcing a state-level event independently. SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami stated that centenary functions linked to Sikh Gurus must be held under the leadership of the SGPC, the apex religious body of the Sikh community. He further said that the government's duty should…

21 Jul

CM Mann Defends Land Pooling Scheme, Announces Major Grants and Development Initiatives

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Drug Crackdown, pro-farmer policy, Punjab Land Pooling Scheme, Yudh Nasheyan Virudh

Dhuri (Sangrur), July 21: Terming the new and progressive land pooling scheme as pro-farmer and development oriented, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday urged the people of the state to not get swayed away with the misleading propaganda of the opposition on this ambitious scheme. Addressing the gathering after disbursing the grants worth Rs 31.30 crore to 70 villages of Dhuri assembly segment for development works, the Chief Minister slammed the opposition for hoodwinking the facts to misinform the people about this scheme just for vested political interests. He categorically said that there will be no forcible…

21 Jul

Punjab Renames 115 Government Schools After Eminent Personalities to Inspire Students and Honour Legacy

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Chandigarh, July 21: With an aim to honour the legacy of the state’s notable personalities, the AAP-led Punjab Government has renamed 115 government schools after such personalities including freedom fighters, martyrs and internationally acclaimed players, said S. Harjot Singh Bains, Minister of School Education, Punjab.Notably, the School Education department has renamed 25 Govt schools after various freedom fighters and martyrs on July 18, 2025. The Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann announced yesterday that a school of Beas village in Jalandhar district would be renamed after the legendary marathon runner Sardar Fauja Singh.While addressing a press conference here at Punjab…

20 Jul

CM Mann Bids Tearful Farewell to Marathon Legend Fauja Singh, Announces Tributes in His Honour

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Fauja Singh, Punjab

Jalandhar (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, along with thousands of mourners, paid an emotional farewell to Fauja Singh, the world-renowned centenarian marathon runner, who passed away on July 14 after being struck by a speeding vehicle in his native village. The cremation, held in Fauja Singh's ancestral village, drew an outpouring of grief from the public, sports enthusiasts, and government officials alike. CM Mann placed floral wreaths on the body and hailed Singh’s life as an enduring example of perseverance and discipline. “A Symbol of Patience and Strength” Remembering Fauja Singh as the world’s oldest marathon runner,…

18 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann dedicates newly constructed Tehsil complexes at Amargarh and Ahmedgarh sub devisions

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Malerkotla (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday gave a bonanza of more than Rs 13 crore to the residents of Malerkotla district by dedicating newly constructed tehsil Complexes at Amargarh and Ahmedgarh Sub Divisions. Divulging the details, the Chief Minister said that the residents of the Amargarh and Ahmedgarh Sub-Divisions have been given this gift as a part of his government’s commitment to ensure judicious utilization of taxpayers’ money for their welfare. He said that while Rs 6.36 crore have been spent to construct Tehsil complex at Amargarh, Rs 6.86 crore have been spent on the…