Sanjeev Arora Archives - National Times

08 Oct

Under Mann Government, Punjab Takes a New Flight! Shiva Texfabs Invests ₹815 Crores

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Chandigarh, October 9: Punjab, once known primarily as an agricultural state, is now witnessing an unprecedented industrial revolution alongside agriculture under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. The progressive and investor-friendly policies of the state government have resulted in Shiva Texfabs, a textile industry giant in Ludhiana, announcing a massive investment of ₹815 crores. This is not just a major financial commitment, but a powerful milestone in the state’s economic progress. Ludhiana, already known as the ‘Manchester of India’, will further strengthen its global identity with this investment. Under its expansion plan, Shiva Texfabs will use this amount…

18 Aug

Breaking: Punjab Government Changes Power Minister

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Chandigarh, August 18, 2025: The Punjab government has made a major reshuffle by taking back the charge of the Power Department from Harbhajan Singh ETO and assigning it to Sanjeev Arora, who will now serve as the new Power Minister of the state.

14 Aug

Six Indians Stranded in Iraq Repatriated Afte Minister Sanjeev Arora’s Efforts

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Ludhiana, August 14, 2025 – Six Indian nationals, including four from Punjab and two from Himachal Pradesh, safely landed at IGI Airport, New Delhi on Thursday after enduring months of hardship in Iraq. Their return was made possible through the intervention of Punjab Cabinet Minister for Industry & Commerce, Investment Promotion and NRI Affairs, Sanjeev Arora, who coordinated closely with the Union Ministry of External Affairs and the Punjab Government.The returnees have been identified as Sorav from Tarn Taran, Gurpreet Singh from Chaunta village in Ludhiana, Sanjeev Kumar and Abhilash Kumar from Sherpur Bahtian in Hoshiarpur, Tara Chand from Mandi…

03 Jul

Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora Assigned Industry and NRI Affairs Portfolios

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant political development, newly elected Ludhiana MLA Sanjeev Arora took oath as a Cabinet Minister in the Punjab government today. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Raj Bhavan, where Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and other dignitaries. According to information, Sanjeev Arora has been entrusted with the Industry and NRI Affairs portfolios. The NRI department, previously held by Minister Kuldeep Dhaliwal, has now been reassigned to Arora — a move seen as the Aam Aadmi Party’s attempt to energize its industrial and diaspora outreach…

03 Jul

Sanjeev Arora Takes Oath as Punjab Cabinet Minister After Ludhiana By-Election Victory

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Chandigarh (National Times): Newly elected Ludhiana MLA Sanjeev Arora was officially sworn in as a Cabinet Minister in the Punjab government today. The oath was administered by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria at a formal ceremony held at Raj Bhavan in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Arora’s induction into the Cabinet follows his impressive win in the recently held Ludhiana by-election, where he contested as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and emerged victorious with a commanding margin. His inclusion in the Cabinet is seen as both a reward for the crucial electoral win and a strategic move…

23 Jun

AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Wins Ludhiana West By-Election 2025, Delivers Key Boost to Ruling Party

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Ludhiana (National Times): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora emerged victorious in the high-stakes Ludhiana West Assembly by-election on Sunday, dealing a blow to the Congress and solidifying the ruling party's hold in Punjab’s urban political landscape. Arora’s win comes months after the seat fell vacant due to the untimely death of AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi. The by-election had seen intense campaigning and sharp political rhetoric, particularly between AAP and Congress. With this win, AAP retains a crucial urban seat at a time when it is under pressure following setbacks in Delhi. According to…

23 Jun

Ludhiana West By-Election 2025: AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Nears Victory As He Continues to Lead

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Ludhiana (National Times): The high-stakes Ludhiana West by-election is witnessing intense competition as the counting of votes progresses. As per the latest trends from Round 9, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) candidate Sanjeev Arora has taken a lead with 22,240 votes, followed by Congress’s Bharat Bhushan Ashu with 17,489 votes. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Jiwan Gupta is close behind with 13,906 votes, while Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) nominee Advocate Parupkar Singh Ghumman trails with 4,774 votes. This by-election, triggered by the untimely demise of sitting AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi earlier this year, has garnered significant attention due to its…

11 Apr

Industrialists Back Sanjeev Arora, Promise ‘Return Gift’ of Victory in Ludhiana (West) Bypoll

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Ludhiana, April 11, 2025 — Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora received strong support from the city's industrial community during a Thursday evening interaction, where manufacturers pledged to ensure his win in the upcoming Ludhiana (West) assembly bypoll. Arora, fielded by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was hailed for his proactive efforts toward industrial development.The event, hosted by the G-13 Bicycle Forum — a prominent association of small and medium bicycle manufacturers — saw industrialists unanimously endorse Arora. They appreciated his consistent accessibility and effectiveness in addressing their concerns.Harsimerjit Singh Lucky, President of the United Cycle and Parts Manufacturers Association (UCPMA),…

08 Apr

MP Sanjeev Arora Grants ₹15 Lakh for New School Block at Adarsh Public School, Ludhiana

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Ludhiana (Punjab), April 8, 2025: In a significant step towards enhancing educational infrastructure and meeting the needs of a growing student community, Adarsh Public School, Kapil Park, Ludhiana, held a Bhoomi Poojan Ceremony on Tuesday to mark the commencement of a new block’s construction. The ceremony was graced by Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora, who presided over the event along with his wife, Sandhya Arora. In his address, MP Arora congratulated the school management, staff, and parents, expressing his admiration for their commitment to education. On this occasion, he announced a grant of Rs.15 lakhs from the MPLAD Fund to…