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SAS NAGAR, 14 March 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday strongly criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He accused him of failing to address Punjab’s key concerns during his visit to the state. People had expected announcements on MSP, farm loan waiver, and a special package. However, they were left disappointed. The Chief Minister said the BJP-led Centre has consistently discriminated against Punjab by withholding its rightful funds. It has ignored farmers’ demands. Moreover, it has failed to act on major drug seizures outside the state. At the same time, it attempts to defame Punjab.
The Chief Minister affirmed that despite such challenges, the Punjab Government is taking decisive steps. These steps aim to curb drugs, strengthen the economy, and attract investment. He added that the Progressive Punjab Investors Summit has received overwhelming support. Industry leaders are exploring new opportunities in the state.
We expected Amit Shah to speak about MSP, loan waiver :CM criticized
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann interacted with the media on Saturday. This was on the sidelines of the Progressive Punjab Investors Summit. He stated that farmers and citizens of Punjab had hoped for concrete decisions addressing their concerns. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “We expected Amit Shah to speak about MSP, loan waiver or special package for Punjab. Instead, he left after merely abusing Punjabis.” He added that people of Punjab were expecting big announcements. These included a legal guarantee of MSP for crops. They also hoped for a waiver of farm loans and other measures for farmers.
The Chief Minister also criticised the Centre for withholding Punjab’s rightful funds. “The Modi Government has withheld Punjab’s RDF and GST funds, and has still not released ₹1,600 crore flood relief compensation,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He said that despite tall claims made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding ₹1,600 crore in flood relief, Punjab had not received even ₹16 from that announcement. He added that during the devastating floods, leaders from the Centre only visited Punjab for what he termed “disaster tourism.”
Raising the issue of gangsterism, the Chief Minister said that the Union Government has failed to address the problem at a national level. “Punjab gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has received shelter from the BJP Govt in Gujarat jail. They are not allowing him to be brought to Punjab,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He described gangsterism as a national issue posing a serious threat to the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country and criticised the Union Government for failing to curb it.
Punjab Government has installed anti-drone technology
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann addressed the issue of drugs. He stated that preventing smuggling across the international border is primarily the Centre’s responsibility. Stopping drug smuggling from across the border is the Centre’s responsibility. Yet, our government is installing anti-drone systems with its own funds to curb drugs. He added that the Punjab Government has installed anti-drone technology along a 550 km long border. This was done to stop cross-border smuggling. They did this despite receiving no support from the central government.
He further questioned the lack of action against large seizures of narcotics outside Punjab. “In Gujarat, lakhs of tonnes of drugs are being seized. However, no action is taken. Meanwhile, Punjab has launched the country’s biggest campaign against drugs,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He pointed out that the entire nation knows about the seizure of around 3,000 kg of drugs at Mundra Port in Gujarat. However, meaningful action has not been taken against those responsible.
BJP is a ‘scooter party.’ They dream of capturing power in 2027
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that divisive politics will never succeed in Punjab. “Punjab’s soil is fertile. However, the seeds of the BJP’s politics of religion and hatred will never grow here,” Bhagwant Singh Mann stated.
The Chief Minister took a dig at the BJP’s political ambitions in the state. He remarked, “In Punjab, BJP is a ‘scooter party.’ They dream of capturing power in 2027 with the help of Congress,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.
He also said that Amit Shah’s visit to Punjab had failed to address the real issues faced by people. “Amit Shah came to Punjab only to speak ill of us and left without doing anything,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann questioned the BJP’s claims regarding the upcoming Assembly elections. He said the party lacks the organisational strength to contest alone. “From where will the BJP bring 117 candidates to contest alone in Punjab?” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He added that the BJP does not have enough leaders in the state. It will likely try to induct leaders from other parties to contest elections.
“3,000 kg of drugs were seized at a Gujarat port
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann raised the issue of drugs again. He asked, “3,000 kg of drugs were seized at a Gujarat port. Why is there no action there?” He said the BJP government has failed to take strict action against drug smugglers despite such large seizures.
The Chief Minister added that the people of Punjab are well aware of the BJP’s political conduct. The people of Punjab know the BJP very well. Politics of hatred has no place in Punjab. He recalled the humiliation that farmers from Punjab faced during the agitation against the farm laws. More than 700 farmers attained martyrdom during that struggle.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann also highlighted the achievements of the Punjab Government. He stated that it has already provided more than 65,000 government jobs to the youth of the state. In contrast, the BJP’s promise of providing two crore jobs remains unfulfilled. He also remarked that the promised ₹15 lakh has never been deposited in the bank accounts of common citizens.
Union Government has withheld Punjab’s legitimate share in RDF
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann further criticised the Centre. He said that the Union Government has withheld Punjab’s legitimate share in RDF. He also mentioned the withholding of GST, NHM, and other funds. This is affecting the development of the state. He described this as a deliberate attempt to derail Punjab’s progress, peace, and prosperity.
The Punjab Government has repeatedly recommended the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission report. This is meant for the benefit of farmers. However, the Centre has not acted on it. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann further cautioned that the proposed India–US agreement could adversely affect farmers.
The Chief Minister added that Punjab borrows funds from the same sources as BJP-ruled states do. This productive debt is utilised for providing services and facilities to the people. He remarked that the BJP is unable to digest the welfare-oriented policies of the Punjab Government.
Speaking about governance at the national level, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said it was unfortunate. The country is witnessing a situation where the Union Government appears to lack a clear foreign policy. This policy is needed to safeguard national interests.
Meanwhile, speaking about the Progressive Punjab Investors Summit, the Chief Minister said that the event has received tremendous response from industry leaders and investors. “Progressive Punjab Investors Summit has received overwhelming support,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.
He added that the summit has created a strong platform for collaboration and investment. “Investors are interacting with each other and discussing business opportunities in Punjab,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.
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