AAP Govt Starts Providing 300 Unit Of Free Electricity As Promised: Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann led AAP government, began to provide 300 units of free electricity across the state, fulfilling one of the major promises made during the elections. He also waived off arrears in electricity bills pending till December 31, 2021. He also stated that guarantee of giving Rs 1,000 to all women in the state, will also be fulfilled within this year.
Tags: FREE ELECTRICITY, AAP, Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, Election Promises
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Punjab CM Mann Sacks Health Minister From Cabinet Amid Corruption Charges
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann removed State Health Minister Vijay Singla amid corruption charges. On May 24, the CM took the decision to remove Singla from the state cabinet, after he was alleged for taking one percent commission for tenders. Furthermore, the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab Government ordered a police investigation against Vijay Singla. Maan said, "I am taking strict action against the minister. I am removing him from the cabinet".
Tags: Bhagwant Mann, Punjab CM, Vijay Singla, corruption, AAP
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Rajasthan CM Gehlot Dials Punjab CM Mann, Requests To Repair Sirhind Canal
Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot spoke to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and requested him to make arrangements for the repair of the damaged portion of Sirhind canal. He stated that water was scheduled to be distributed from the Indira Gandhi canal from May 21. However, water from the Sirhind feeder could not be released into the Indira Gandhi canal due to the damaged portion. Reportedly, Manna assured to take immediate measures.
Tags: ASHOK GEHLOT, Bhagwant Mann, Rajasthan, Punjab, Indira Gandhi Canal
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Stop 'Mere Sloganeering' & Support State Govt, Says Punjab CM Mann To Protesting Farmers
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on May 17, asked the farm unions to stop 'mere sloganeering' and join hands with the state government for checking the depleting water table. Mann categorically said that his doors are open for talks with the farmers but hollow slogans can't break his firm resolution to check the further depletion of water table. Notably, he announced the purchasing of Basmati and Moongi Crop on MSP.
Tags: Punjab, Punjab Government, Punjab Farmers Protest, Punjab CM, Bhagwant Mann
Courtesy: ANI
Punjab On High Alert After Mohali Explosion Attack, Investigation Underway
Punjab is on high alert after the recent rocket explosion outside Mohali police station, on May 10. Furthermore, the investigation of the NIA and Punjab Police in this matter also started in full swing. It is to be noted that Director General of Police (DGP) Viresh Kumar Bhawra said, "Some suspects taken into custody". The statement came after DGP Bhawra had a meeting with the State CM Bhagwant Mann.
Tags: Mohali, Minor Explosion, Punjab Government, Bhagwant Mann, India
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
Punjab, Haryana CMs Receive VP Naidu At Chandigarh Airport
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar received Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu at the Chandigarh airport on 6th May. This comes just ahead of the 69th convocation of Panjab University. Naidu, who also serves as the Chancellor of the varsity, will be attending the event. The security at the Panjab University campus has been beefed up.
Tags: Manohar Lal Khattar, Bhagwant Mann, Punjab Chief Minister, Haryana Chief Minister
Courtesy: The Tribune
No Fine On Motor Vehicle Tax For 3 Months: Punjab Govt
The AAP-led Punjab Government announced a major relief for pandemic hit transporters in the State. On April 23, CM Bhagwant Mann said, transport businessmen, are allowed to pay motor vehicle tax without any penalty in the next three months. "Transporters are the backbone of our economy and we stand by them in every need". Notably, this was one of the promises made by during the 2022 polls.
Tags: Covid-19 Pandemic, Transport Business, Punjab Government, Bhagwant Mann, AAP
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
Punjab CM Mann To Visit Delhi Schools, Mohalla Clinics
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to visit Delhi, on April 18. During the visit, Aam Aadmi Party leader Mann will view Delhi schools and Mohalla clinics. The announcement of Mann's visit came after Arvind Kejriwal said, his AAP has worked for the enhancement of the education sector in Delhi, that people across India visit to see the same. He highlighted, that recently TN CM MK Stalin also visited Delhi for the same.
Tags: Punjab CM, Bhagwant Mann, Arvind Kejriwal, delhi schools, Mohalla Clinics
Courtesy: ANI
CM Bhagwant Mann Announces 300 Units Of Free Electricity To All Houses: Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has announced 300 units of free electricity to all households, starting from July 1. Earlier in Jalandhar, he said that a "good news" will be announced on April 16. Also, it was one of the promises the Aam Admi Party (AAP) made in the Assembly Polls. Notably, Punjab was initially providing 200 units of free electricity to Scheduled Castes, Backward Castes and people below poverty line.
Tags: Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, AAP, FREE ELECTRICITY, Poll Promises
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Orders To Wipe Out Gangsterism From State: AGTF
The newly established Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) in Punjab, has received 'green signal', as CM Bhagwant Mann announced to wipe out gangsterism from the state. Mann chaired a meeting with AGTF, which was formed few days ago, reiterating that the idea is to restore people's faith and confidence in law and order. The AGTF will reportedly be supplied with adequate funds, manpower, vehicles and advanced technology.
Tags: Gangs, Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, AAP, AGTF
Courtesy: Press Trust Of India