CM Bhagwant Mann Archives - National Times

18 Jul

Punjab Police Arrest 125 Drug Smugglers, Seize 8.6 kg Heroin on Day 139 of Anti-Drug Drive

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab8.6 kg heroin seized, anti-drug operation, CM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab drug crackdown, Punjab Police arrests, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh, July 18, 2025 — As Punjab’s ongoing anti-drug campaign “Yudh Nashian Virudh” marked its 139th day, police across the state arrested 125 drug smugglers on Friday and seized a significant haul of narcotics. The operation led to the recovery of 8.6 kg of heroin, 500 grams of opium, 151 kg of poppy husk, and ₹11,980 in drug money.The total number of drug smugglers arrested since the campaign began has now reached 22,533. The state-wide operation was launched under the directive of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, with the objective of eliminating the drug menace from Punjab.Director General of Police…

14 Jul

CM Mann Introduces Punjab Prevention of Crime Against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025 in Vidhan Sabha

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Chandigarh, July 14, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday tabled the Punjab Prevention of Crime Against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025, in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, reiterating his government’s unwavering commitment to curb incidents of sacrilege in the state.Introducing the bill on the floor of the House, Mann described the issue as deeply emotive and critical, with significant implications not only for the present but for future generations. He asserted that stringent punishment for such “unpardonable offences” was urgently needed to deter criminals.“Punjab is a sacred land of great Gurus, saints, and seers who have shown the path…

09 Jul

Talks on Sutlej-Yamuna Link Gain Momentum as Punjab and Haryana CMs Discuss Solutions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, PunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, CM Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana, Punjab, SYL

National Times Bureau, July 9, 2025 — Hopes have revived for a possible resolution of the decades-old Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal dispute after an important meeting held in Delhi today between Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil.Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini said, “We had a proper discussion with all the members, and this issue should be resolved. The same was said by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, and good results will come out of it.”Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann described the discussion as…

24 Jun

Punjab CM Seeks Official Space for AAP Office in Chandigarh, Announces Cabinet Expansion

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Chandigarh office, CM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab cabinet expansion, Sanjeev Arora minister

Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to formally request allotment of office space in Chandigarh for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), citing the party's national status and recent electoral successes.Addressing the media after the meeting at Raj Bhavan, CM Mann emphasized that AAP has fulfilled all legal requirements for a party office in the Union Territory, just like the Congress, BJP, and Shiromani Akali Dal, which already have established offices there. “We are a national party with MLAs in states like Goa and Gujarat. We recently won the Ludhiana…

28 May

CM Mann Condoles Death of Veteran Akali Leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa

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Chandigarh, May 28, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday expressed profound grief over the demise of senior Akali leader and former Union Minister Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa. The 89-year-old stalwart passed away at a private hospital in Mohali earlier in the evening. He is survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.In his condolence message, CM Mann acknowledged Dhindsa’s lifelong dedication to public service and his significant contributions to the welfare of the people of Punjab. The Chief Minister described Dhindsa as a towering political figure whose loss leaves a deep void in state and national politics.Extending heartfelt…

24 May

Stop Injustice with Punjab: CM Urges PM at NITI Aayog Meet, Seeks Action on Water Disputes, Border Development, Industry Incentives, and SC Scholarship Arrears

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Nitin Ayog Meeting, PM Modi

New Delhi, May 24: Flagging the issues pertaining to step motherly treatment being meted out with Punjab by the Union government, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday said that this type of biased and discriminatory treatment with the state is unwarranted and undesirable.Taking part in the meeting of 10th Governing Council of the Niti Aayog here today, the Chief Minister raised the important issues pertaining to the state on the platform and reiterated that Punjab has no surplus water for any state. Asserting that in wake of grim situation of water in the state Yamuna-Sutlej-Link (YSL) canal should…

23 May

On Day 83 of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’, Punjab Police Nab 161 Smugglers, Seize Heroin and Cash, Convince 80 Addicts to Seek Treatment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh, May 23: With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state entered 83rd day, Punjab Police on Friday arrested 161 drug smugglers and recovered 6.2 kg heroin and Rs 76270 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 12,958 in just 83 days. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked…

06 Mar

CM Urges Public to Join Fight Against Drugs, Vows Crackdown Until Punjab is Drug-Free

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Drug Free, No Drugs, Punjab

SAS Nagar (Mohali), March 6, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday gave a clarion call to people to become active partner in the campaign against drugs so that this scourge can be completely wiped out from state.Addressing the gathering after launching City Surveillance and Management System, the Chief Minister said that the state government has launched major crackdown against drugs. He said that this meticulously planned campaign has been launched to snap the supply line of drugs, put the drug peddler behind the bars and ensure the rehabilitation of drug addicts. Bhagwant Singh Mann profusely thanked the…

16 Feb

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Youth to Avoid Illegal Migration, Focus on State’s Growth

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Ghungrali (Ludhiana), February 16, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann urged the state’s youth to learn from recent deportations from the US and avoid illegal migration. He encouraged them to work hard in Punjab and contribute to its progress.Speaking at a sports tournament, Mann emphasized that Punjab has some of the world’s most fertile land. However, he blamed previous governments for failing to create opportunities, which forced many young people to seek better prospects abroad. "Deportations Are an Eye-Opener" Mann called the mass deportations from the US a wake-up call. He urged young people to focus on Punjab’s…

14 Feb

Punjab CM Mann Extends Best Wishes to Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy

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Chandigarh, February 14, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday extended his best wishes to Indian Vice-Captain Shubman Gill and fast bowler Arshdeep Singh as they prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. The two Punjab-born cricketers met Mann at his official residence, where the Chief Minister lauded their contributions to Indian cricket and expressed pride in their achievements. Mann highlighted Shubman Gill's pivotal role in India’s runners-up finish at the ODI World Cup and praised Arshdeep Singh for his match-winning performances during India's T20 World Cup triumph. He also commended Gill’s recent stellar form in the ongoing…