Punjab Chief Minister

Ahead of Festivities, Punjab CM Orders Vigilant Policing and Social Media Monitoring

Ahead of Festivities, Punjab CM Orders Vigilant Policing and Social Media Monitoring

Chandigarh, September 24, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday underscored the state government’s firm commitment to maintaining law and order, directing Commissioners of Police and Senior Superintendents of Police to adopt a zero-tolerance approach against crime and criminal elements.During a virtual meeting with senior police officials, Mann emphasized the need for comprehensive safety arrangements during the upcoming festive season, highlighting the risks posed by overcrowding, theft, snatching, and attempts by anti-social or anti-national elements to exploit large gatherings.The Chief Minister stressed proactive coordination at all levels to ensure uninterrupted traffic flow, effective crowd management, and preparedness for…
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CM Mann Questions Centre on Blocking Sikh Pilgrims While Allowing Cricket with Pakistan

CM Mann Questions Centre on Blocking Sikh Pilgrims While Allowing Cricket with Pakistan

Chandigarh, September 15, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday criticised the Union government for what he termed “double standards” in its dealings with Pakistan. He said that while cricket matches between the two countries were permitted, Sikh devotees were being stopped from travelling to Nankana Sahib on the occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Prakash Purb.In a live address, Mann said the Centre’s reasoning was contradictory. “On one hand, matches are being played with Pakistan. On the other, Sikh Jathas are barred from visiting Nankana Sahib. Players claim they avoided shaking hands with Pakistani cricketers but how is…
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Punjab CM Mann Vows Crackdown on Drug Smugglers, Says No Special Jail Treatment

Punjab CM Mann Vows Crackdown on Drug Smugglers, Says No Special Jail Treatment

Dhuri (Sangrur), August 10, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday issued a tough warning to drug smugglers during his visit to Dhuri constituency, making it clear that political connections will no longer act as a shield against the law. While he refrained from taking any names, his statement was widely interpreted as a veiled attack on senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia.“If anyone is found responsible for pushing the youth of Punjab towards drugs, they will face the consequences. On the basis of evidence, they will be sent directly to jail,” Mann asserted. Adding a sarcastic twist,…
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