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30 Dec

Special Punjab Assembly Session Focuses on Rural Jobs Scheme and New Legislation

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government has called a one-day special sitting of the Vidhan Sabha on Tuesday to examine the consequences of recent changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), a scheme that supports thousands of rural households across the state. At the centre of the discussion is a resolution to be tabled by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, seeking intervention by the Centre. The resolution urges that MGNREGA be preserved in its original form — as a need-based and legally guaranteed employment programme funded entirely by the Union government. The state has expressed…

24 Nov

Punjab Assembly Declares Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as ‘Holy Cities’ on Historic Anniversary

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Sri Anandpur Sahib, November 24 — The Punjab Legislative Assembly on Sunday unanimously approved a landmark resolution recognising Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as “Holy Cities,” marking a significant cultural and spiritual moment for the state.The special session, held at Sri Anandpur Sahib to commemorate the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, saw rare unity across political parties as members supported the resolution introduced by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.The three towns, each tied closely to Sikh history, will now be governed under stricter cultural norms. The sale and consumption of liquor, tobacco and meat will be…

06 Oct

Election Commission Announces By-Election Schedule for Tarn Taran Assembly Seat; Polling on November 11

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Tarn Taran, October 6, 2025: The Election Commission of India has released the schedule for the by-election to the 21-Tarn Taran Assembly Constituency in Punjab, bringing the Model Code of Conduct into immediate effect across the district.Punjab’s Chief Electoral Officer, Sibin C, stated that the official notification for the by-election will be issued on October 13, 2025. The last date for filing nomination papers is October 21, followed by scrutiny on October 22. Candidates will be able to withdraw their nominations until October 24.Polling for the by-election is scheduled for November 11, 2025, with counting of votes set to take…

29 Sep

Punjab MLA Demands FIR Against IMD and BBMB Over Flood Mismanagement

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Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: During a special session of the Punjab Assembly, MLA and former Cabinet Minister Pargat Singh raised a strong demand for registering an FIR against the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) over alleged flood mismanagement in the state.Addressing the assembly from Jalandhar Cantonment, Singh accused both agencies of betraying Punjab. He pointed out that the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister had already filed an FIR against the BBMB and emphasized that similar action should be taken in Punjab.Singh stated that merely casting votes would not resolve the issue and stressed the need…

28 Sep

Punjab Assembly Speaker Pays Tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh on His 118th Birth Anniversary

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Chandigarh, September 28, 2025: Punjab Legislative Assembly Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan on Sunday paid homage to revolutionary freedom fighter Shaheed-E-Azam S. Bhagat Singh on his 118th birth anniversary. He said that Bhagat Singh sacrificed his life to free India from British colonial rule.Speaker Sandhwan emphasized that Bhagat Singh led a fearless struggle against British oppression to secure freedom for the people of India. His contribution to the country’s independence movement, he said, was unparalleled and continues to inspire generations.“The bravery, courage, and ideals of Shaheed Bhagat Singh remain indelible in our history. The nation salutes his martyrdom, and we…

26 Sep

Bhagwant Mann Targets Opposition, Defends Flood Relief Measures in Punjab Assembly

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: On the opening day of the special Punjab Assembly session on floods, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched a sharp attack on the opposition, accusing them of exploiting a natural disaster for political gain. He said those who lack substance are trying to turn people’s suffering into an opportunity to hurl abuse at him.Taking a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent visit, Mann said Gandhi arrived in Punjab with Z-plus security during peak flooding. “The Ravi river was in full flow. Had anything happened, they would have claimed Rahul Gandhi was pushed into Pakistan,” he remarked.The…

26 Sep

Punjab Flood Debate Turns Heated as Harjot Bains Criticizes Political Parties

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: Punjab Assembly witnessed a heated session on Friday as legislators debated the devastating floods that have affected the state. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains accused the Congress of politicizing the disaster instead of focusing on relief and planning for the future.Bains praised the efforts of local leaders, artists, social workers, and religious figures who assisted flood-affected communities. “Times of crisis show who genuinely stands with the people,” he said, referring to the absence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann due to illness, and added that the Congress attempted to make political gains out of the situation. “Illness…

26 Sep

Punjab Assembly Speaker Appeals for Unity, Urges Parties to Set Aside Politics Amid Flood Crisis

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan on Friday appealed to all political parties to rise above partisan politics during the special session convened to discuss the devastating floods that have ravaged the state. “No politics should be played over the floods,” Sandhwan said, urging legislators to work together to ensure swift relief and rehabilitation for affected communities.The session began with tributes to the flood victims, as well as eminent personalities including former minister Harpal Toor, Punjabi comedian Jaswinder Bhalla, and music maestro Charanjit Ahuja. Punjab has witnessed unprecedented flooding this monsoon, affecting 23 districts, 2,565 villages,…

19 Aug

Punjab Assembly Panel Seeks Expert Views on Bill Against Sacrilege

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Chandigarh, August 19 — The Punjab Government has moved closer to enacting a law against sacrilege by introducing The Punjab Prevention of Offences Against Holy Scriptures Bill, 2025 in the state Assembly.Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has constituted a Select Committee led by MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar to examine the draft law. The panel has been holding weekly meetings and inviting public input through advertisements published on July 31 and August 14. Officials said several responses have already been received.On August 12, the committee consulted experts from Punjabi University, Patiala. Among them were Dr. Jaspreet Kaur Sandhu and Dr.…

25 Feb

Punjab Assembly Rejects Centre’s Draft Policy on Agricultural Marketing

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Chandigarh: The Punjab government on Tuesday introduced a resolution in the Punjab Assembly opposing the Centre’s draft National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, calling it an attempt to reintroduce the repealed farm laws under a different name. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann strongly criticized the Centre, stating, “The Union government is trying to bring back the farm laws through a different route. We completely reject this draft policy, as the Centre has yet to fulfill its promises to farmers, including a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP).” Last month, the Punjab government had officially rejected the Centre’s draft policy, arguing…