Langroya (SBS Nagar), May 16: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann took a step on Friday. National Convener of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal also took a step. They aimed to involve the common man in the fight against drugs. They administered an oath to the state’s residents, urging them to become warriors against   drugs menace.

CM Launches Mass Movement Against Drugs

In a function here today, the Chief Minister while administering the oath solicited fulsome support and cooperation of people in the Fight Against Drugs. He said that the scourge of drugs was a blot on the face of the state and it took more than two years for the state government to chalk out a strategy for wiping out this curse. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the authorities subsequently snapped the supply line of drugs, put the big fishes involved in these heinous crimes behind bars, ensured the rehabilitation of drug victims, and confiscated and destroyed the property of drug smugglers. The Chief Minister said that the state government has launched a war against drugs in the form of Yudh Nasheyan Virudh the aim of which is to clean the state. He solicited fulsome support and cooperation of people in this Fight Against Drugs to transform it into a mass movement. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that since the village has declared itself drug-free by fully supporting the Police, other parts of the state must replicate this effort in the same manner. The Chief Minister said that if Punjabis have made firm resolve to make the state drug free then no one can stop us from this noble cause. He said that every inch of this sacred land has the footprint of great Gurus, saints, seers and martyrs, who have shown us the way to oppose tyranny, injustice and oppression. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that walking on their footsteps only the state government has launched a crusade against drugs.

 warriors against drugs  : “Women’s Empowerment Key to Drug-Free Punjab: CM Bhagwant Mann”

The Chief Minister said that it is heartening to see that a large number of women were participating in this function, which is a good sign. He said, “If the women rise in such a big way to eliminate any menace, they will wipe it out very soon.”. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the day is not far when the state will be completely drug free with the active participation of the women in the state. Meanwhile, the Chief Minister said that the state government is making concerted efforts to empower the girls through education adding that transport facility has been provided to 10,000 girl students in government schools across the state. “He said that nowadays girls outnumber boys in every field, including those that were previously considered the domain of men.” Bhagwant Singh Mann said that women’s empowerment is imperative to carve out an egalitarian society and in the larger interest of society and state.

“CM Mann: Punjabis Shine Globally, Govt Drives Rangla Punjab with Public Support and Drug War”

The Chief Minister said that Punjabis are global citizens. They have carved a niche for themselves in every corner of the world. He said given a chance the hard working, innovative and energetic Punjabis are now excelling in every arena. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that with active support and cooperation from the people. The state government is focusing on carving out a Rangla Punjab. The war against drugs is a part of this plan. The Chief Minister said that earlier leaders used to jeopardize the interests of Punjab. Contrary to those times, the state government today focuses on overall growth. It also emphasizes the prosperity of the state. He said that the earlier leaders were afraid of meeting the people. In contrast, the state government today is interacting with the people. It is seeking their feedback. Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that every effort will be made to safeguard the interests of the state. The aim is to make its people an active partner in the social and economic development of the state.

BBMB and the Haryana government aimed to steal the state’s waters

The Chief Minister cited an example. He said that the state government vehemently opposed the centre’s draconian move. BBMB and the Haryana government aimed to steal the state’s waters. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his predecessors used to extend such largesse for their vested interests. As a custodian of the state’s waters, he will never allow this. He added that Punjab has upgraded its canal water system. Therefore, it requires water to cater to the needs of the state’s farmers in wake of the ensuing paddy season. He categorically said that Punjab doesn’t have even a single drop of water to share with the other states. The Chief Minister said that the state government is making concerted efforts. They are rejuvenating the health system. They are also rejuvenating the education system in the state. He said that sending his child to a government school was once the compulsion of the common man. “Now they wish to do so because the education system has been revamped. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the government has set up Schools of Eminence across the state.” These schools aim to impart quality education to the students.

More than 54000 jobs have been provided to the youth of the state

The Chief Minister said, “The state government commits to ensuring the well-being of every section of society.” The focus is especially on the youth. For this, no stone will be left unturned. He said that the state government is making every endeavor to groom the students well for various competitions. He added that now the students are excelling in the field of education. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the focus is to ensure holistic development of the state and prosperity of its people. The Chief Minister said that it is a moment of immense pride and satisfaction. More than 54000 jobs have been provided to the youth of the state. He said that all the jobs have been given completely on the basis of merit, san any corruption or nepotism. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this is making the youth an active partner in socio economic development of Punjab.