Free Power, 63K Jobs, 881 Clinics: Mann Lists AAP Wins, Vows Continued War on Drugs & Debt
Sangrur/Chandigarh, March 6,
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced that the upcoming state budget (to be presented on Sunday, a historic first) will roll out fresh pro-people schemes to boost economic growth and welfare. Speaking at a ‘Lok Milni’ event in Sangrur district and to the media, Mann highlighted his government’s four-year track record of responsible spending, delivering massive relief to citizens.
Major Achievements Showcased
- Free Power & Farmer Support: Over 90% households enjoy zero-cost electricity; farmers now get daytime supply (up from erratic nights). Acquired a private thermal plant at a bargain, reversing privatization trends at the Center.
- Healthcare Revolution: 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics provide free care; ‘Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna’ offers ₹10 lakh cashless treatment per family—India’s first such comprehensive scheme, easing financial burdens.
- Anti-Drug Crusade: ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ has severed drug supply chains, jailed smugglers, and turned into a people’s movement with public support.
- Debt Management: Slashed state debt by over 35% despite inherited burdens from past regimes; every penny used for public welfare, not personal gains.
- Employment & Youth Focus: Provided 63,000 merit-based government jobs without bribes—bringing hope and satisfaction across society.
- Education Upgrades: Established Schools of Eminence with smart classrooms, labs, and playgrounds; sent teachers/principals abroad for training; Punjab topped National Achievement Survey (ahead of Kerala); free coaching for JEE, NEET, CLAT, etc.—students from govt schools cracking top exams.
- Irrigation Boost: Revived 6,900 km of canals and 18,349 water courses; canal water usage jumped from 21% to 68%, benefiting tail-end farmers.
- Lok Milni Initiative: Grassroots events in village ‘saths’ for direct issue resolution and community decisions.
watch…..₹1,464 Crore Saved in 4 Years: Punjab PWD Targets 45,000 km Roads by Mid-2026
Sharp Jabs at Opposition
Mann lambasted traditional parties for prioritizing self-interest over Punjab:
- On Akalis (Sukhbir Badal): “They brought ‘chitta’ (drugs), protected mafias in sand/liquor/drugs; now daydream about power while ignoring youth jobs—talking card tournaments instead! Sukhbir, convent-educated abroad, is out of touch with ground realities. People won’t forgive sacrilege like Bargari/Behbal Kalan or misuse of religion.”
- On Congress: “Expanded drug menace; sells CM chair for ₹500 crore—mockery of people; brings outsiders to rule.”
- On BJP: “Divides on religion (e.g., Home Minister’s conversion remarks); withholds ₹8,800 crore RDF despite Punjab’s contributions to freedom, food security, and borders. Focus on polarization over development.”
- General Critique: “Family-run parties rejected; son of common man now governs honestly. Akalis can’t even form a party committee but dream of 117 seats; patronized gangsters and drug lords.”
Other Highlights
- Stranded Punjabis in Gulf: Govt identified 370 amid wars; coordinating with Center for safe return—no stone unturned.
- Center’s Bias: Despite stalling funds, Punjab pushes ahead; calls for release to accelerate growth.
- Past Wrongs: Akalis halted Pachwara coal supply for cronies; sold solar power at inflated rates via own firms—causing losses.
Mann reiterated: “Previous leaders never worried about common folk; we share in Punjabis’ joys and sorrows. Punjab is back on track—economic development with citizen relief at core.” This budget aims to propel holistic growth, proving AAP’s commitment to transparent, people-first governance
