Modi Govt has failed to bring back its citizens with respect and dignity : Bhagwant Mann

 

Refrain from turning sacred city of Amritsar into ‘Detention or Deportee’ Centre: CM Warns GoI

  Amritsar, February 15: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday warned the Modi led Union government. He urged them to refrain from turning the holy city of Amritsar into a ‘detention or deportee’ centre. The planes carrying deportees should not repeatedly land on this sacred land. The Chief Minister visited the Sri Guru Ram Dass International Airport to foresee the arrangements. He aimed to receive the deportees scheduled to land later tonight. He reminded the Government of India that history is full of examples. Anyone who tried to cast a malicious eye on this land had never survived. He said that the Modi government was indulging in dirty tantrums.

Mann Condemns Deportee Landings, Accuses Modi Government of Insulting Punjab

They repeatedly landed the planes of deportees on this revered land. Their sole motive was to defame the Punjab and Punjabis. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this misdeed of the Modi government has bruised the psyche of entire Punjab. It has especially affected the Sikh community. The Chief Minister reminded the BJP and Modi about this sacred land.They are using it to tarnish the image of Punjabis.This land has several sacred places like Sri Harmandir Sahib, Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Sthal, Durgiana Mandir, and Jallianwala Bagh. At these sites, hundreds of innocent patriots had laid down their lives for the sake of the country’s freedom. He said that denigrating Punjab is a sin. Punjabis can never forgive the saffron party for this. They especially cannot forgive the coterie of Modi. Bhagwant Singh Mann asked the Union government a question. Can anyone do such mischief at Vatican City, the holy city of the Christian community? He added, “If not, then why is someone hurting the sentiments of the Punjabis? The authorities are hurting them by repeatedly landing planes carrying deportees at Amritsar.”

CM Slams Modi Government for Failing National Interests

The Chief Minister slammed the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government. He criticized it for failing to secure the interests of the countrymen. CM added that this government has undermined the unity, integrity, and sovereignty of the country. He said it is unfortunate that under the present regime the country lacks an effective foreign policy. This absence leads to inhuman treatment given to deportees. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that on one hand the Prime Minister was hugging the US President during his recent tour. At the same time, the authorities shamefully deported the chained Indians back to their native land.

Mann Slams Modi for Silence on Indians’ Return, Questions Amritsar Landing Decision

The Chief Minister questioned what stopped the Prime Minister from raising this issue in front of Donald Trump during his meeting with him. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Modi ji, the self-proclaimed global leader, should have offered to send planes from the country. These planes would bring back the Indians. However, he said that to the utter surprise of every Indian, Modi remained tightlipped over the issue during his entire meeting with the US President. Moreover, the Chief Minister criticized the Union government for allowing a foreign country’s warplane to land at an airport just 40 kilometers from a hostile neighbor, calling it a reckless act that could have endangered national security. Bhagwant Singh Mann condemned the Union government for its callous attitude toward the issue. He questioned why the MEA selected Amritsar for landing these planes, asserting that the decision aimed to defame Punjab, despite the availability of hundreds of other airports across the country.

CM Vows Action on Illegal Agents, Assures Support for Deportees

The Chief Minister reiterated that the authorities decline the state government’s demand to start international flights from here, citing several frivolous reasons. Meanwhile, he stated that the state government strictly cracks down on illegal travel agents who caused innocent Indians to enter the US illegally and face deportation. Bhagwant Singh Mann affirmed that the government will take exemplary action against such travel agents for duping common Indians, ensuring it serves as a deterrent to others. Meanwhile, the Chief Minister said that all the necessary arrangements have been made. These arrangements cover the boarding and lodging of the deportees landing at the Amritsar airport tonight. He said that officers have been assigned. They will ensure that all the deportees reach their home safely after landing at the airport. Bhagwant Singh Mann also said that the state government is duty bound to provide adequate opportunities for the deportees. This is essential for their rehabilitation. They have expertise in the state. No stone will be left unturned for this noble cause.