Bhagwant Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann Meets Dutch Hockey Legend Floris Jan Bovelander, Invites Him to Meet Punjab’s Athletes
22 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Meets Dutch Hockey Legend Floris Jan Bovelander, Invites Him to Meet Punjab’s Athletes

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, Trending, ,
CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday reached out to celebrated Dutch hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander, offering to utilise his expertise to further strengthen hockey in Punjab, particularly in the run-up to the prestigious Asian Champions Trophy. During a detailed meeting, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann discussed the broader ecosystem of hockey and sports in Punjab, emphasising the government’s commitment to restoring the pristine glory of the national game. He lauded Floris Jan Bovelander’s exceptional skills and immense contribution to hockey, noting that his remarkable journey continues to inspire young players across the globe. Inviting the…
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Strict Anti-Beadbi Bill Becomes Law in Punjab to Ensure Life Imprisonment for Desecration
19 Apr

Strict Anti-Beadbi Bill Becomes Law in Punjab to Ensure Life Imprisonment for Desecration

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government has officially implemented the ‘Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Bill’, with the Governor of Punjab granting assent to the legislation mandating life imprisonment for those found guilty of desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Addressing a press conference at Punjab Bhawan on Sunday, Cabinet Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema described the move as a decisive step to preserve communal harmony and uphold the sanctity of religious scriptures. “The history reflects a troubling pattern where incidents of beadbi occurred during the tenure of the Akali-BJP government, specifically citing the 1986 Nakodar…
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CM Bhagwant Mann embarks on Netherlands visit to attract global investments
18 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann embarks on Netherlands visit to attract global investments

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday embarked on a visit to the Netherlands to strengthen bilateral partnerships and attract investments across key sectors including Food Processing, Logistics, Alloys and Steels, Pharmaceuticals and Information Technology, as part of the Punjab Government’s sustained push to accelerate industrial growth and economic development. On this, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “This vision is simple and clear to make Punjab a preferred destination for global industry by offering stability in policy, speed in decision-making, and a governance system that respects the time and trust of investors.” The visit assumes significance…
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Punjab accelerates 45,000 km road infrastructure drive with strict quality oversight
18 Apr

Punjab accelerates 45,000 km road infrastructure drive with strict quality oversight

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is working with full commitment to make the state’s infrastructure world-class. Punjab Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO today shared the progress of road development works, stating that construction and repair work of 45,000 kilometres of roads is being carried out at a war footing to strengthen the state’s road network. The government’s primary objective is to connect every village in Punjab with a better road network to boost the rural economy. Emphasizing the quality and durability of roads, the Cabinet Minister said that the government…
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Over 60,000 drug traffickers arrested as ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ campaign breaks backbone of mafia
18 Apr

Over 60,000 drug traffickers arrested as ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ campaign breaks backbone of mafia

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-charge and Yudh Nashean Virudh Chief Spokesperson Baltej Pannu said that encouraging results are emerging from the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He said that the kind of success being achieved with the active support of the people of Punjab has proven that the state is rapidly moving towards becoming completely drug-free. This coordination between the government and the public has broken the backbone of drug traffickers. Sharing the data of the ongoing Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign, Baltej Pannu stated, "Punjab Police has…
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CM Bhagwant Mann slams BJP’s ‘Election Game’ as ED raids AAP leaders in Punjab
17 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann slams BJP’s ‘Election Game’ as ED raids AAP leaders in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids at the homes of two AAP leaders in three days, Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann called out the BJP for using central agencies to begin its Punjab election campaign, saying a party unable to find 117 candidates is trying to spread fear instead of winning public support. The Chief Minister emphasised that opposition governments are being harassed through blocked funds, Governors, ED, CBI and the Election Commission, while leaders joining the BJP emerged clean from its ‘washing machine’. He said AAP would not be intimidated, asserting that Punjabis may lose their heads…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Alleges Political Targeting After ED Action in Ludhiana, Says Punjab Won’t Be Intimidated
17 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Alleges Political Targeting After ED Action in Ludhiana, Says Punjab Won’t Be Intimidated

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In the wake of the Enforcement Directorate’s search at the Ludhiana premises of businessman Sanjeev Arora, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday mounted a strong political counterattack, accusing the Centre of deploying investigative agencies to pressure opponents. Speaking to reporters, Mann criticised the use of enforcement bodies, calling it an abuse of authority and warning that such actions weaken democratic functioning. He argued that opposition-ruled states are increasingly being subjected to scrutiny driven by political motives rather than due process. The Chief Minister also pointed to developments in Bihar, taking aim at Samrat Choudhary and questioning…
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AAP condemns ED raids on MP Ashok Mittal; Kejriwal calls it BJP’s “Election Campaign”
15 Apr

AAP condemns ED raids on MP Ashok Mittal; Kejriwal calls it BJP’s “Election Campaign”

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) launched a fierce counter-offensive on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, following the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) raids on the residence and business premises of Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Kumar Mittal. AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal characterized the federal agency's action as the "beginning of the BJP’s election campaign in Punjab," asserting that the central government is using investigative agencies to intimidate political opponents. Kejriwal warned that the voters of Punjab would deliver a "befitting reply" to such tactics in the upcoming electoral contests. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann echoed these sentiments, describing the…
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CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹150 crore development package for Hoshiarpur’s Kandi belt
15 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹150 crore development package for Hoshiarpur’s Kandi belt

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major move to address decades of infrastructural neglect, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, launched development projects worth ₹150 crore for the Tanda Urmur assembly constituency in Hoshiarpur. The package focuses on modernizing road connectivity, expanding healthcare access, and improving water supply in the Kandi region—an area the Chief Minister claimed had been politically sidelined for nearly 70 years. During the state-level event in Tanda, Mann emphasized that his government is committed to providing dignity and quality facilities to every citizen, regardless of their location. Key Projects and Infrastructure Upgrades…
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Baltej Pannu slams Centre over BBMB rule changes, calls it a conspiracy to seize Punjab’s waters
15 Apr

Baltej Pannu slams Centre over BBMB rule changes, calls it a conspiracy to seize Punjab’s waters

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab has intensified its attack on the BJP-led Union Government regarding recent amendments to the appointment rules of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, AAP Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu characterized the move as a deliberate attempt to undermine the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, and forcibly seize control of the state's river waters and vital resources. Pannu asserted that the Centre’s decision to open key BBMB positions to candidates from across the country, rather than exclusively from Punjab and Haryana,…
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