Punjab Farmers Accuse CM Bhagwant Mann Aligning With Centre To Supress Protests

08 Dec 2024

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has accused the Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, of covertly aligning with the central government to suppress farmers' voices. He questioned the state's actions in restricting media coverage, despite professing support for farmers and laborers. Pandher demanded explanations from both Chief Minister...

Punjab cabinet focuses on dam management ahead of Panchayat Elections

09 Oct 2024

The Punjab government convened a cabinet meeting today in Chandigarh, just ahead of the upcoming panchayat elections. This meeting marked a significant occasion as it was the first since the recent reshuffle of five ministers, highlighting the government’s renewed focus on addressing pressing issues in the state. Originally scheduled to...

Badal Urges NGT To Penalise AAP

24 Aug 2024

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal today appealed to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to pass an order directing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to deposit the Rs 3,108 crore penalty imposed on the Punjab government for non-compliance of environment laws. In a statement here, the SAD president...

Punjab Government Awards ₹1 Crore to Olympic Hockey Bronze Team

09 Aug 2024

The Punjab government has announced a cash reward of ₹1 crore each for the state's players who were part of the Indian hockey team that secured a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who lauded the players' exceptional performance. The Indian...

Punjab Stands Out Amongst All States & UTs Grievance Redressal Index Developed by GoI

06 Aug 2024

Punjab Government has achieved top position in grievance resolution rankings among all states and Union Territories. This recognition is based on the Grievance Redressal Index developed by the Government of India, which evaluates the efficiency and quality of grievance handling. Punjab Governance Reforms and Public Grievances Minister Aman Arora announced...

Punjab Government Implements Major Shakeup in Police Department: Transfers 28 Officers

02 Aug 2024

The Punjab government has enacted a significant reorganization within the police department, transferring 28 officers, which includes 23 IPS officers and 4 PPS officers. According to the information, the Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) in 14 districts of Punjab have been changed. The districts affected include Mohali, Patiala, Bathinda, Fazilka,...

Rs 14.01 Crore Releases to 2748 Beneficiaries Under Ashirwad Scheme: Dr. Baljit Kaur

31 Jul 2024

The Punjab Government, remains committed to the welfare of all societal sections, with a particular focus on the backward classes and economically weaker sections. As part of this effort, the state has released Rs 14.01 crore to 2,748 beneficiaries received on the Ashirwad Portal under the Ashirwad scheme for Backward...

Chief Secretary Verma Reviews Diarrhoea Control Measures

27 Jul 2024

In response to Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s directive to curb the spread of diarrhoea in various towns across Punjab, Chief Secretary Anurag Verma convened a meeting with all the Deputy Commissioners to assess the situation and strategize necessary interventions. Chief Secretary Verma emphasized the government’s responsibility to ensure the...

NHRC seeks report from punjab government on stubble burning

11 Nov 2022

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a detailed report regarding the increasing air pollution and sought a detailed report on the stubble burning in the state. NHRC held a high-level review meeting via video conferencing with Punjab Chief Secretary Vijay Kumar Janjua and state government officials. NHRC expressed its...