Chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday appealed to the folks to actively take part within the struggle in opposition to medication and corruption, describing it as a battle for the way forward for Punjab’s coming generations.
Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Celebration nationwide convenor Arvind Kejriwal provide prayers on the Kali Mata Mandir in Patiala on Sunday. (ANI)
Addressing a gathering at a operate organised by the Aggarwal Sabha in Nabha, the CM emphasised that public help is crucial to the success of this mission.
“The state government has launched a war against the menace of drugs and corruption, but this drive can only succeed with the proactive cooperation of the people,” mentioned Mann. He known as on residents to deal with the anti-drug marketing campaign “Yudh Nashian Virudh” as a collective accountability.
Mann highlighted that the state has taken strict authorized actions, together with the demolition of properties belonging to drug smugglers, and pledged that such operations would proceed till the drug commerce is totally eradicated. “The action is being taken as per the law of the land, and its aim is to deal a fatal blow to the drug network,” he added.
The CM famous that it took over two years to develop a complete technique to fight the drug disaster. “We broke the supply chain, arrested major drug traffickers, ensured rehabilitation for victims, and seized properties bought with drug money,” he said.
He reassured the general public of his authorities’s dedication to transparency and inclusive progress. “I will continue to fight for Punjab’s rights till my last breath,” Mann asserted, referencing his assembly with the Prime Minister on the NITI Aayog assembly.
Kejriwal backs anti-drug marketing campaign
Talking on the occasion, Aam Aadmi Celebration (AAP) nationwide convener Arvind Kejriwal supported Mann’s anti-drug initiatives, alleging that earlier governments in Punjab had not solely protected drug traffickers but additionally facilitated the commerce utilizing official equipment.
“Ministers in the previous governments delivered drugs door to door in their official vehicles. Drug smugglers stayed in their houses. This is on record. They completely ruined Punjab,” he mentioned.
Merchants’ boards to be arrange in Punjab
Kejriwal additionally mentioned merchants’ boards might be arrange on the state and district ranges to improve commerce and commerce in Punjab. Within the coming days, main investment-friendly choices might be taken by the AAP authorities, he mentioned including that the motive is to present impetus to the Punjab business of the state and create an surroundings the place it might probably excel, he mentioned.
Revamp of Kali Mata Mandir introduced
Chief minister Mann and Kejriwal additionally visited Kali Mata Mandir in Patiala the place they supplied prayers and introduced a renovation venture for the historic temple.
Addressing the media after paying obeisance, they introduced that the temple would endure a whole facelift, with particular concentrate on rejuvenating the “sarovar” (sacred pond), which has remained dry for the previous 30 years.
“The sarovar will be restored, including desilting, waterproofing, and stonework along the banks,” mentioned Mann. “We will also improve the surrounding pathways to enhance the experience for devotees.”
Kejriwal added that sufficient sources could be allotted to make sure a well timed and high-quality renovation.
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AAP supremo performs Baniya’s son card
Patiala: Aam Aadmi Celebration (AAP) nationwide convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday invoked his “Baniya’s son” analogy to underline his monetary experience in managing state sources.
Addressing the Aggarwal Sabha in Nabha, he claimed that regardless of inheriting a debt-ridden authorities, the AAP authorities in Punjab had efficiently fulfilled all its guarantees with out ever blaming empty coffers.
“Unlike previous governments, which always complained about empty coffers, we never made excuses. When we took over, the state was under debt. I am a Baniya’s son, and I know where to bring money from to run the government. In just three years, we delivered everything we promised,” mentioned Kejriwal.
The AAP chief additionally pointed to Punjab’s financial decline, stating that the state, as soon as having the very best per capita earnings within the nation, had now slipped to seventeenth place below earlier regimes. He attributed the decline to years of misgovernance and emphasised AAP’s dedication to reviving Punjab’s economic system.