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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly criticized Partap Singh Bajwa's bomb threat allegations, challenging the Opposition leader to provide concrete evidence. Mann emphasized that Punjab regularly handles sensitive security situations and accused Bajwa of attempting to spread fear and undermine law enforcement agencies. An FIR has been registered against Bajwa for his controversial remarks about 50 bombs reaching Punjab. The AAP has staged protests, demanding that Bajwa either provide proof or apologize for his inflammatory statements.

Key Points: Mann Challenges Bajwa's Punjab Bomb Threat Claims

  • Punjab CM rejects Opposition's bomb threat claims
  • Bajwa accused of spreading fear and demoralizing police
  • FIR registered against Congress leader
  • AAP protests Bajwa's unsubstantiated statements
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Where are the bombs?: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann slams Bajwa over remarks, says law will take its course

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann confronts Partap Singh Bajwa over controversial bomb threat remarks, demands proof and defends state security

"Where are the bombs? Tell me?... The law will do its work - Bhagwant Mann"

Sangrur, April 15

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday responded strongly to remarks made by Leader of Opposition and Congress MLA Partap Singh Bajwa, accusing him of spreading fear and undermining the state's law enforcement agencies.

"He said this to spread fear... Where are the bombs? Tell me?... The law will do its work... Where are the grenades and bombs?" Mann said while addressing mediapersons in Sangrur.

Referring to Punjab's geographical position and security challenges, Mann said the state regularly deals with sensitive situations and added that Bajwa's comments serve only to demoralise those on duty.

"Punjab is a border state, and we deal with all kinds of situations every day, but he has demoralised us. He thinks Punjab Police is incapable," the Chief Minister added.

Earlier, a case was registered against Bajwa over his "50 bombs have reached Punjab" remark.

The Punjab Congress has dismissed the FIR as a political vendetta and is pursuing legal recourse.

Speaking to mediapersons on Sunday, Bajwa defended his recent remarks about a bomb threat in Punjab, stating that his warning came from a credible source and that he has cooperated with intelligence agencies.

"I gave a statement to a TV channel that my sources have warned me that several bombs have come to Punjab. 18 bombs have been exploded, and 30-32 bombs are to be used. My source told me that I am in an important position, so I should stay aware," Bajwa told reporters.

The remarks from Bajwa has triggered a protest from the AAP as workers on Tuesday staged a protest in Mohali against Punjab Leader of Opposition.

An AAP worker said, "Congress is staging a sit-in protest today, alleging vendetta politics by the AAP Government in the state. But Congress knows that LoP Punjab Partap Singh Bajwa said on a TV channel that "50 bombs have reached Punjab", and of them, 18 have been used, while 32 remain to be used. Punjab Police approached him for him to reveal his source and information, but he did not tell them anything. An FIR was registered against him. Congress is protesting today to protect Bajwa. So, we are protesting here."

The AAP accused the Punjab Congress of trying to shield Bajwa. "Congress should tell whether it is with the people of Punjab or with terrorists...He will have to explain himself or apologise. Otherwise, legal action will be taken," the protester added.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
CM Mann is absolutely right to call out fear-mongering. If Bajwa has credible info, he should share it with authorities instead of making public statements that create panic. 👏
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Priya M.
As a Punjabi, I'm tired of politicians using security issues for political gains. Both sides need to be more responsible with their words.
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Sunil D.
Respectfully disagree with CM Mann here. If there's even a 1% chance Bajwa's info is true, shouldn't we investigate thoroughly rather than dismiss it outright? Safety first!
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Anjali T.
The way both parties are handling this is concerning. Instead of protests and FIRs, why not have a proper security briefing for all leaders? Punjab deserves better than this political drama.
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Harpreet S.
Punjab Police does an incredible job in difficult circumstances. Politicians should support them, not undermine their work with irresponsible statements. #StandWithPunjabPolice
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Jasbir N.
The timing of all this seems suspicious... just saying. 🤔 Hope the truth comes out soon and we can focus on real issues affecting Punjabis.

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