Punjab

Punjab Brings NGOs, Influencers Together to Strengthen Anti-Drug Campaign Through ‘Sanjha Suneha’ Conclave
03 Jul

Punjab Brings NGOs, Influencers Together to Strengthen Anti-Drug Campaign Through ‘Sanjha Suneha’ Conclave

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Bolstering the idea that the fight against drug abuse requires a whole-of-society approach, the Punjab government on Thursday held Sanjha Suneha – Ik Jutt Punjab, a first-of-its-kind conclave, aimed at building a sustained partnership between government agencies, community leaders, civil society organisations, and social media influencers to tackle the menace of substance abuse in the state. The conclave was organised on the eve of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking by the Data Intelligence and Technical Support Unit (DITSU), the technical backbone behind the comprehensive action against drug abuse in Punjab. The event witnessed overwhelming…
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Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for Extended Monsoon Spell as IMD Predicts More Rain; Temperatures Continue to Dip
03 Jul

Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for Extended Monsoon Spell as IMD Predicts More Rain; Temperatures Continue to Dip

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Monsoon conditions have strengthened across Punjab and Chandigarh, bringing widespread rainfall and a noticeable drop in temperatures after days of hot and humid weather. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that rainy conditions will persist over the next five days, with intermittent showers, thunderstorms and strong winds expected across many parts of the region. Rainfall was reported from multiple districts during the past 24 hours, with Ludhiana and Faridkot emerging among the areas that received the highest precipitation. The fresh spell of rain has significantly improved weather conditions, providing relief to residents who had been struggling…
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Punjab Cabinet Waives Government Fees for Key Citizen Services to Facilitate Special Intensive Revision
02 Jul

Punjab Cabinet Waives Government Fees for Key Citizen Services to Facilitate Special Intensive Revision

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major decision aimed at facilitating the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and ensuring that citizens can obtain the required documents without any financial burden, the Punjab Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, approved the waiver of government fees and facilitation charges for several key citizen services from July 1 to September 30, 2026. A decision to this effect was taken during the meeting of the Council of Ministers held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. Govt Fees Waived for Key Citizen Services During SIR Sharing…
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Punjab Cabinet Enhances Benefits and Plot Entitlements for Landowners During Land Acquisition
02 Jul

Punjab Cabinet Enhances Benefits and Plot Entitlements for Landowners During Land Acquisition

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved significant amendments to the existing land acquisition policy, introducing a sweeping range of relief measures and enhanced plot entitlements for landowners across the state. The decision, aimed at addressing the long-standing concerns of small farmers and local stakeholders, was finalized during a meeting of the Council of Ministers in Chandigarh. The administrative modifications seek to streamline the compensation process and offer competitive benefits to individuals whose properties are acquired for state developmental projects. According to a detailed release from the Chief Minister’s Office,…
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Chalk Against Chitta: Punjab Transformed Classrooms Into Frontline of Anti-Drug Campaign
02 Jul

Chalk Against Chitta: Punjab Transformed Classrooms Into Frontline of Anti-Drug Campaign

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): As schools across Punjab reopen after a month-long summer break, thousands of teachers are playing a pivotal role in ensuring that Punjab goes drug-free in the coming days. The frontline is shifting from police stations and rehabilitation and de-addiction centres to schools and classrooms, as part of the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign. Through a cadre of sensitised teachers, aware principals, and safe school spaces, the Bhagwant Mann government is building a safety net around each child, providing knowledge around the dangers of drug use, skills to combat mental stress, and options for…
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Punjab Cabinet Approves Crucial Amendment to Regularize Unauthorized Colonies Across the State
02 Jul

Punjab Cabinet Approves Crucial Amendment to Regularize Unauthorized Colonies Across the State

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major decision aimed at providing long-awaited relief to thousands of residents living in unauthorised colonies across Punjab, the Punjab Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved an amendment to Rule 31 of the Punjab Apartment and Property Regulation (PAPR) Rules to simplify the regularisation process for eligible unauthorised colonies across the State. A decision to this effect was taken during the meeting of the Council of Ministers. Relief for Residents of Unauthorised Colonies Sharing the details, the Chief Minister’s Office said the amendment to Rule 31 will enable the regularisation…
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Rainfall Brings Much-Needed Relief as Punjab’s Electricity Consumption Plunges
02 Jul

Rainfall Brings Much-Needed Relief as Punjab’s Electricity Consumption Plunges

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The arrival of monsoon showers has eased the burden on Punjab’s electricity network, with power demand witnessing a steep decline after widespread rain and a sharp drop in temperatures across the state. Officials from the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) said electricity consumption, which had remained above 17,000 megawatts (MW) during the recent heatwave, fell to nearly 8,000 MW on Thursday morning following overnight rainfall. The reduced demand has provided immediate relief to a power system that had been operating under heavy strain for several days. For the past week, soaring temperatures and increased agricultural activity…
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Punjab Braces for Week-Long Wet Spell as Monsoon Intensifies; Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Several Districts
02 Jul

Punjab Braces for Week-Long Wet Spell as Monsoon Intensifies; Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Several Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The southwest monsoon has become more active over Punjab and Chandigarh, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to forecast widespread rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across the region over the next six days. A yellow alert has been issued for several districts, with heavy showers expected in parts of northern and eastern Punjab. According to the Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh, rain-bearing systems are expected to remain active through the week, bringing intermittent spells of moderate to heavy rainfall along with lightning and winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph in vulnerable areas. The changing weather has already provided…
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Relief Likely as Rainfall Activity Intensifies Across Punjab, Chandigarh; Strong Winds Forecast This Week
01 Jul

Relief Likely as Rainfall Activity Intensifies Across Punjab, Chandigarh; Strong Winds Forecast This Week

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After enduring several days of soaring temperatures and sticky humidity, residents of Punjab and Chandigarh may finally witness a shift in weather conditions as the southwest monsoon begins to strengthen over the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a fresh spell of rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. According to the latest weather outlook, isolated showers are expected to begin in parts of the region before widespread rainfall sets in from July 2 onwards. A Yellow Alert has been issued for several districts, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and winds…
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Punjab Intensifies Anti-Drug Campaign with Expanded Rehabilitation Capacity and Village Defence Committees
30 Jun

Punjab Intensifies Anti-Drug Campaign with Expanded Rehabilitation Capacity and Village Defence Committees

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Bathinda (Gurpreet Singh): Expressing satisfaction over the success of the Punjab’s ongoing ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday directed Deputy Commissioners (DCs), Commissioners of Police (CPs) and Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) to further intensify the Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign until Punjab is completely freed from the scourge of drugs. Chairing a virtual review meeting to assess the functioning of the Village Defence Committees (VDCs), the Chief Minister asserted that the campaign has broken the backbone of the drug menace by snapping supply lines and putting major drug smugglers behind bars. Stressing that there can be…
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