Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann flags off 508 emergency response vehicles at state event
Sangrur, March 31
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann flagged off 508 Emergency Response Vehicles during a state-level event at Lada Kothi in Sangrur on Tuesday.
According to the AAP Punjab PRO, this initiative under the 'Dial 112' project is designed to significantly bolster law and order across the state.
These 508 vehicles will be deployed across all 28 police districts in Punjab to ensure immediate assistance for anyone dialling the 112 emergency helpline.
To maximise efficiency, each vehicle is outfitted with modern technology, which includes mobile data terminals, smartphones, dash cameras, wireless systems, and GPS trackers.
Earlier, the state Chief Minister declared that the state government has zero tolerance for drugs and addiction, stating that over 10,000 smugglers have been arrested so far and their properties have been confiscated.
Speaking to reporters, CM Mann said discussions were being held on law and order and the Punjab Police's work towards the 'Yudh Nasheyan Virudh' (War Against Drugs) campaign. He said the government has zero tolerance for drugs and addiction, whether they are a party member, an official, or in any high position. Those found involved in these activities will be punished accordingly.
"We will discuss law and order and how the Punjab Police is working towards the 'Yudh Nasheyan Virudh' campaign. The Punjab government has zero tolerance for drugs and addiction, whether they are a party member, an official, or in any high position. Anyone involved in these activities will be punished accordingly. Charity begins at home. We must make Punjab free from these and healthy again. We have arrested over 10,000 smugglers so far. We have also confiscated the property of drug smugglers," Mann said.
The Chief Minister said Punjab Police works not just for Punjab but for the entire country, as it works on the front lines with the BSF on the border with Pakistan."The Punjab Police works not just for Punjab but for the entire country, as we work on the front lines with the BSF on the border with Pakistan. We have arrested many gangsters who operate rackets from abroad. We work with the Home Minister to issue Red Corner Notices for their arrest. Otherwise, we also contact the Embassy for further action," he said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good initiative, but the real test is implementation. We've seen announcements before. Will these vehicles actually be available when a farmer in a remote village calls 112? The focus on the drug war is needed, but we need to see sustained action, not just statements.
Punjab Police does an incredible job, especially on the border. Salute to their bravery. The new vehicles will definitely help them. The war on drugs is the need of the hour. Jai Hind!
As someone who recently moved to Chandigarh, it's reassuring to see investment in public safety infrastructure. The integrated tech (GPS, dash cams) is standard in many countries and should improve accountability. Hope the "zero tolerance" policy is applied uniformly.
Confiscating property of drug smugglers is a strong and correct move. Hit them where it hurts. 10,000 arrests is a big number. If this momentum continues, Punjab's youth have a brighter future. Bhagwant Mann saab seems determined.
The intention is good, but what about police reforms and addressing the root causes of drug abuse? Job creation, better education? Vehicles and arrests are one part. We need a holistic approach to truly make Punjab healthy again.
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