Punjab Chief Minister Archives

15 Jan

Punjab Chief Minister Appears Before Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Reaffirms Faith in Supreme Sikh Authority

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Amritsar, January 15, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday appeared before Sri Akal Takht Sahib, bowing with humility and reaffirming his complete faith in the supreme temporal authority of the Sikhs. Walking barefoot while reciting prayers, the Chief Minister devoted the day to the Takht Sahib and presented his clarification before the Jathedar at the Akal Takht Secretariat. Interacting with the media after the appearance, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said he had come in compliance with the directions issued by the Jathedar Sahib and had placed his position as a humble Sikh. “Sri Akal Takht Sahib is…

15 Jan

Akal Takht Orders Forensic Examination of Viral Video Linked to Punjab CM

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The Acting Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib on Thursday announced that a forensic probe will be conducted into a controversial video circulating on social media in connection with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, even as the Chief Minister’s explanation on related concerns has been accepted. After holding a meeting with the Chief Minister, the Acting Jathedar told reporters that the video will be subjected to scientific examination at two recognised forensic laboratories, the names of which have been sought from the Chief Minister. He said the objective of the investigation is to establish facts with complete transparency…

24 Sep

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

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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…

15 Sep

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

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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…

10 Aug

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

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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,…