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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched an aggressive campaign to eradicate drugs and corruption in the state. Speaking at an event with Arvind Kejriwal, Mann emphasized the need for public participation in this critical fight. The government plans to continue its bulldozer drive against drug smugglers and transform the anti-drug effort into a mass movement. Mann is determined to make Punjab a progressive, drug-free state, viewing this as a moral responsibility for future generations.

Key Points: Mann Leads Punjab's Crusade Against Drugs with Kejriwal

  • Mann targets drug trade with aggressive demolition drive
  • Kejriwal claims previous regimes patronized drug dealers
  • Government aims to transform anti-drug efforts into mass movement
  • Punjab seeks to become drug-free state
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Punjab CM Mann calls upon people to join crusade against drugs, corruption

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann calls for mass movement to combat drugs and corruption, backed by Arvind Kejriwal's support

"It is the fight for the coming generations and it is the moral duty of everyone to support it. - Bhagwant Mann"

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, May 25 (IANS) Amid the presence of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday called upon the people to come forward and join the crusade against drugs and corruption to make it a mass movement.

Addressing the gathering at a function organised by the Aggarwal Sabha here, the Chief Minister said the government has embarked on a war against the menace of drugs and corruption, adding this drive can be successful only with the proactive support and cooperation of the people.

He said this is the fight for the coming generations and cannot be won without the support of the common man.

CM Mann exhorted the people to extend wholehearted support for this cause so that Punjab can be made a progressive and frontrunner state in the country.

The Chief Minister said the war against drugs has to be transformed into a mass movement for which people should work hard.

He said it is pivotal to make Punjab a drug-free state, adding, "It is the fight for the coming generations and it is the moral duty of everyone to support it."

CM Mann said that this fight will continue till the curse of drugs is not wiped out. The Chief Minister said the bulldozer drive to demolish properties of drug smugglers will be continued till a logical conclusion is reached.

He said the action is being taken as per the law of the land and it is aimed at ensuring that the drug trade is dealt a fatal blow.

CM Mann said this action will be further intensified so as to ensure that the drug is completely wiped out from the state. The Chief Minister said he would continue to fight for safeguarding the interests of Punjab till his last breath.

CM Mann said he raised the issues of water, the Yamuna-Satluj Link (YSL), high-handedness of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), Chandigarh and others before Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the meeting of NITI Aayog held in New Delhi on Saturday.

He said that as custodian of the interests of three crore people of Punjab, it is his moral duty and he will always do that.

In his address, AAP's national Convener Kejriwal said the previous regimes not only patronised the drug dealers but they themselves carried out the business in their government vehicles.

However, he said the state government is acting strictly against the drug menace and it will not allow its youth to fall prey to this menace.

He said now villagers are getting drug-free as an anti-drug campaign has been embarked on in the state, and every village is being covered under the ambitious programme.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some strong action against drugs in Punjab! Our youth have suffered too long. But will this be another political drama or real change? Hope Mann saab walks the talk 🤞 #SavePunjabYouth
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Priya M.
Bulldozing properties is good optics but what about rehabilitation centers? My cousin in Amritsar needs help, not just punishment for suppliers. Government should focus on both prevention AND cure.
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Harpreet S.
As a Punjabi living abroad, this gives me hope! Drugs have ruined our beautiful state's image. Mann ji, please don't compromise - go after the big fish too, not just small peddlers. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
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Amit G.
Why only target Punjab? Drug problem exists across India. This should be a national movement with central government support. Otherwise smugglers will just shift operations to other states.
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Neha T.
Good initiative but where are the women in this campaign? Mothers and sisters are worst affected by drug abuse in families. They should be actively involved in awareness programs too.
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Jasbir R.
Hope they're equally serious about corruption! Drugs and corruption go hand in hand in Punjab. You can't solve one without addressing the other. Waiting to see concrete results, not just speeches.

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