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  • OLX RENTAL FRAUD BUSTED; ONE HELD FOR DUPING 23 VICTIMS OF ₹5L

    OLX RENTAL FRAUD BUSTED; ONE HELD FOR DUPING 23 VICTIMS OF ₹5L

    — ARRESTED ACCUSED USED TO POST FRAUDULENT PROPERTY ADS ON OLX TO DUPE VICTIMS: ADGP CYBER CRIME V NEERAJA

     

    — ACCUSED WOULD STOP RESPONDING TO THE CUSTOMERS AFTER RECEIVING ADVANCE PAYMENT

    CHANDIGARH, June 20:

              In a significant crackdown on cybercrime amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police’s State Cyber Crime police station has arrested a fraudster involved in multiple cases of OLX rental fraud.

              The accused, identified as Paramjit Singh, a resident of Kharar in Mohali, was arrested by Inspector Daljeet Singh following an analysis of cyber fraud data reported on the Pratibimb portal of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

               Preliminary investigations have revealed that the arrested accused had cheated at least 23 victims belonging to the states from Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, duping them of approximately ₹5 lakh through fake rental advertisements on OLX.

              Sharing the modus operandi adopted by the accused person, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Cyber Crime V Neeraja said that the accused Paramjit Singh used to post fraudulent property ads on OLX, luring victims with attractive deals.

              “To gain their trust, he (accused) would share forged property documents and images. Once the victims agree to rent the property, he convinced them to transfer money as an advance rent, security deposits, or registration fees via UPI or bank transfers,” she said, while adding that once the payment was made, the accused would stop responding to the customers.

              The ADGP said that probe has revealed that the accused used to transfer money from the customers to his different bank accounts— Axis Bank, Central Bank of India, Yes Bank and HDFC Bank— through UPI and other online modes of payment. Further investigations are underway to uncover more details, she said.

              A case FIR No. 07 dated 10.06.2025 has been registered under Sections 316(2) and 318(4) of BNS and Section 66D of the IT Act at the State Cyber Crime Police Station, Punjab.

              Meanwhile, ADGP Cyber Crime V Neeraja has advised public to be cautious of the advertisements available on OLX platform and refrain from making any advance payment. It is important to verify the advertisement before proceeding with any deal. In case of fraud, the victim should immediately call Helpline 1930 to report Cyber Fraud or can lodge the complaint at cybercrime.gov.in. For further information related to Cyber Frauds, ‘CYBER MITTAR’ Chatbot on  cybercrime.punjabpolice.gov.in can be accessed.

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  • Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh lays foundation stone of Amrut 2.0 project to supply treated canal water to households in Mudki

    Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh lays foundation stone of Amrut 2.0 project to supply treated canal water to households in Mudki

     

    Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh lays foundation stone of Amrut 2.0 project to supply treated canal water to households in Mudki

     

    Through a project of Rs.14.27 crore in Mudki, canal water will reach 2400 households- Dr. Ravjot Singh

     

    Clean drinking canal water will reach every home in Mudki– MLA Dahiya

     

    Chandigarh /Ferozepur, June 20:

     

    To provide clean drinking canal water to every household within the jurisdiction of Nagar Panchayat Mudki, located in the rural constituency of Ferozepur, today the Cabinet Minister for Local Government and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. Ravjot Singh, laid the foundation stone of a project worth ₹14.27 crore. On this occasion, MLA of Ferozepur Rural constituency, Advocate Mr. Rajneesh Kumar Dahiya, and MLA of Zira constituency, Mr. Naresh Kataria, were also present as special guests.

     

    Dr. Ravjot Singh stated that under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Mr. Bhagwant Singh Mann, this mega project will provide the clean canal water to the residents of Mudki. He added that this project will be completed within 15 months and will provide safe drinking water to 2400 households in Mudki.

     

    Dr. Ravjot Singh further shared that under this project, about 33.69 kilometers of new drinking water pipelines will be laid, water connections will be provided to homes, and an overhead water tank will be constructed. He said that under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, comprehensive development is being carried out across Punjab. The Cabinet Minister assured that other development works will also be carried out in Mudki and there will be no shortage of funds for the town’s progress.

     

    MLA of Ferozepur Rural, Advocate Mr. Rajnish Kumar Dahiya, stated that he has always remained committed to the development of his constituency and the service of its people. He said this mega project will provide the residents of Mudki with a major gift in the form of clean canal water rich in natural elements, helping them lead a healthier life.

     

    He further shared that even before this, a multi-crore sewage project has been underway in Mudki. Once completed, this project will free residents from issues related to drains and wastewater. He assured that there will be no shortage of funds for developmental works in Mudki.

     

    He emphasized that such projects are possible only with the collective support of everyone and appealed to all residents of Mudki to maintain harmony and unity in order to continue moving the town forward on the path of development. He also expressed his gratitude to Punjab Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh for laying the foundation stone of this important project.

     

    On this occasion, Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma welcomed all attendees and thanked Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot  Singh for initiating the project.

     

    Present at the event were SSP Mr. Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, SDM Gurmeet Singh, XEN Water Supply and Sewage Board Supinder Singh, President of Mudki Municipal Council Mrs. Gurjeet Kaur, Chairman of Market Committee of ferozepur cantonment  Mr. Beant Singh Hakumatwala, various ward councillors, leaders and workers of the Aam Aadmi Party, and local residents of Mudki.

     

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  • Head office of Jail Department to be built in SAS Nagar; Laljit Singh Bhullar lays foundation stone

    Head office of Jail Department to be built in SAS Nagar; Laljit Singh Bhullar lays foundation stone

    Head office of Jail Department to be built in SAS Nagar; Laljit Singh Bhullar lays foundation stone

     

    Building to be completed in 2 years at a cost of Rs. 35 crore

     

    Construction of ‘Jail Bhawan’ will prove to be a major milestone in efforts to enhance infrastructure and facilities of the Jail Department: Jail Minister

    Chandigarh, June 20:

    The Punjab Government will build the head office of the Jail Department to be named ‘Jail Bhawan’ at SAS Nagar, after obtaining all the approvals in this regard. The Jail Minister S. Laljit Singh Bhullar today laid the foundation stone of the project.

    The Jail Minister said on this occasion that major reforms are being initiated in the Jail Department under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann. He said that while the Punjab Government is equipping all the jails of the state with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, a separate head office of the jail department is being constructed. He said that this initiative would go a long way in bolstering the administrative efficiency.

    Shedding light on the future plans of the department, he said that the newly constructed jail building will be helpful in making centralized policies for the department, adopting latest technology and modern working style.

    1. Bhullar said that the head office building will be completed in 2 years at a cost of Rs. 35 crore. Although the completion date of this project has been fixed as April 2027, the contractor has been asked to complete the entire work by December 2026.

    The Minister further said that the construction of the head office will be a major milestone in the efforts to enhance the infrastructure and facilities of the jail department. He said that the construction of this office will not only increase the working convenience of the employees and officers of the department, but will also save a huge amount of rent (7 lakhs per month, 84 lakhs annually).

    The Minister stated that ASC Builder has been awarded the contract for the construction of the jail headquarters building in Sector 68, SAS Nagar. A total budget of Rs. 35 crore has been allocated for this project and the plot area of the building is 43,700 sq ft (1 acre), while the covered area will be 83,947.71 sq ft. The parking capacity of this building will be 115 cars.

    He also said that in addition to a basement and five floors, this building will have facilities like escalators, fire fighting, fire alarming, lifts, local area network system etc.

    Giving information about the features of this building, the Minister said that S.T.P. System, Central Air Conditioned System, Solar Power Generation, Fire Extinguishing and Fire Alarming System, among other ultra-modern systems will be installed.

    The Minister said that this ultra-modern facility building will serve as the headquarters for the Jail Department and will provide a modern and efficient workplace for the employees and officers. He said that this project reflects the commitment of the government to enhance the infrastructure and facilities for the law enforcement agencies.

    Principal Secretary Jails Smt. Bhawna Garg, Additional Director General of Punjab Police Jails Mr. Arun Pal Singh, Chief Engineer Punjab Police Housing Corporation Mr. Ranjodh Singh besides senior officers of the department were present on the occasion.

  • Development push in Jalandhar: Nitin Kohli holds MC meeting, focus on pending civic works

    Development push in Jalandhar: Nitin Kohli holds MC meeting, focus on pending civic works

    Mayor, Commissioner, councillors and officials unite to address public issues; directives issued to complete pending works on priority

    Jalandhar News:  A key meeting was held at the Jalandhar Municipal Corporation office under the leadership of Aam Aadmi Party’s Central Assembly in-charge Nitin Kohli to accelerate development projects and resolve public issues in the Central constituency.

    Mayor Vanit Dhir, Senior Deputy Mayor Balbir Singh, Municipal Commissioner Gautam Jain, councillors, departmental officers, ward in-charges, and block heads attended the meeting. Detailed discussions were held on issues related to water supply, road repairs, sanitation, street lighting, and other civic amenities.

    Commissioner Gautam Jain directed all officials to immediately initiate all pending projects and ensure their completion within set deadlines. Mayor Vanit Dhir instructed that all construction, repair, and maintenance works be prioritised and expedited without delay.

    Nitin Kohli used the meeting as a platform for dialogue and coordination, facilitating direct interaction between officials, councillors, ward in-charges, and block heads to foster prompt and collaborative solutions to public welfare issues. Several problems were resolved on the spot through administrative intervention.

    “This meeting was not just for discussions—it was meant to deliver results. Now the public will see real work on the ground and begin to feel the change,” Kohli said.
    Key attendees included Dheeraj Seth, Tarun Sikka, Lagandeep Singh, Parveen Pehalwan, Balbir Singh Tutt, Happy Wadding, Tarandeep Sunny, Manmohan Raju, Love Robin, Ganga Devi, Kartik Sahota, Sonu Chadda, Ajay Chopra, Vijay Vassan, Nikhil Arora, Gurpreet Kaur, Jatin Gulati, Manish Sharma, Ashok Sabharwal, Manjeet Rawat, Harsh Kumar, and Rajeev Gill.

    The meeting concluded with a firm resolve that all civic amenities in the Central constituency will be delivered promptly, with quality and transparency, and no further delay in development work will be tolerated.

  • PUNJAB TO HAVE ITS FIRST INTEGRATED STATE WATER PLAN TO PRESERVE AND REPLENISH WATER RESOURCES

    PUNJAB TO HAVE ITS FIRST INTEGRATED STATE WATER PLAN TO PRESERVE AND REPLENISH WATER RESOURCES

    PUNJAB TO HAVE ITS FIRST INTEGRATED STATE WATER PLAN TO PRESERVE AND REPLENISH WATER RESOURCES

     

    CM GIVES NOD TO THIS AMBITIOUS PLAN WITH 14 POINT ACTION PLAN

     

    THE PLAN FOCUSES ON EFFICIENT IRRIGATION PLAN, EFFECTIVE UTILIZATION OF SURFACE WATER, DEEP GROUND WATER STUDY, FLOOD MANAGEMENT PLAN, WATER CONSERVATION, ARTIFICIAL RECHARGE OF GROUND WATER, CROP DIVERSIFICATION AND OTHERS

     

    Chandigarh, June 20:

     

    For the first time in the history of the state, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday gave nod to a 14 point action plan as a part of Integrated State Water Plan to preserve and replenish groundwater in the state.

     

    Chairing a meeting of the Water Resources department pertaining to Integrated State Water Plan, the Chief Minister said that the plan has been meticulously prepared by the Water Resources department of the state in consultation with all the eminent departments. He said that the situation in the state is already alarming as 115 blocks of the state out of total 153 are over exploited in terms of groundwater extraction. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the plan focuses on saving the groundwater and enhancing the usage of canal water for various motives.

     

    The Chief Minister also expressed concern over the annual Average of the lowering of water level by 0.7 meter due to extraction of 5.2 Billion Cubic Metre water. He said that it can be done by reducing the Ground Water Demand, Decreasing Agricultural Water Demand, Improving the Techniques of Irrigation, Replenishing the Groundwater and artificially augmenting the groundwater. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that along with it efforts must be made for finding other sustainable Sources, Deep Aquifer Exploration and Promoting Use of Surface water.

     

    The Chief Minister further added that the government has already worked extensively on restoring and expanding the existing surface water infrastructure. He reiterated that the government is duty bound to give water to every tail end user and working on this principle the government has already restored 17,000 water courses with an approximate length of about 6,300 KM abandoned for 30 to 40 years, 79 canals, covering 545 km, have been restored after 30 to 40 years of abandonment. Bhagwant Singh Mann also gave nod for a 14 point action plan as a part of Integrated State Water Plan which includes Effective Irrigation plan for Optimum use of water in the field.

     

    The Chief Minister said that the plan should aim to bring around 15,79,379 hectares area under various water efficient techniques such as drip irrigation, sprinkler irrigation  and others instead of conventional irrigation methods to reduce the net water demand and wastage of water by increasing the efficiency. Similarly Bhagwant Singh Mann said that first preference should be given where a working head is available and a pipeline may be proposed instead of open water course. He also said that the plan will focus on restoration of canal water courses thereby ensuring judicious, equitable and sustainable utilisation of surface water.

     

    Further batting for effective utilisation of surface water, the Chief Minister said that as per plan excess available water will be distributed from canal and its distributaries directly to ponds adjacent to canal and distributaries. Bhagwant Singh Mann also said that the water from the pond will be taken to fields through a lift irrigation system, thereby increasing area under surface irrigation adding that construction of check dams and new ponds will be done. He batted for participatory irrigation management by constituting Water User Associations for developing a self-sustainable water ecosystem.

     

    The Chief Minister said that these associations will monitor the water management and issues of farmers relating to water distribution by direct involvement of user’s i.e. farmers. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that this will benefit in terms of Canal cleaning, avoid wastage of water, maintenance of canal and water courses. He also said that canal water will be supplied to industries also for which potential users will be identified as it will reduce pressure on ground water.

     

    In order to understand Punjab’s deep groundwater system, the Chief Minister also laid stress on Deep ground water study.  Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the actual situation of ground water in Punjab is not known as there is gap between recharge and consumption adding that study of this gap will help in determining the sustainability and future policy decisions. He said that plan will duly focus on basin management plan as Punjab has different land areas containing varied land characteristics.

     

    The Chief Minister said that while Southwest Punjab has a water logging problem, Kandi area has its own problem as groundwater is very deep due to which a single plan cannot be made for the entire state and has to be formulated in parts which are called basins. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that as per plan Punjab will be divided in different catchment areas thereby regulating water flow, soil erosion and retaining essential nutrients. He said that focus will also be identifying Aquifer Characteristics and Topography adding that Rainfall and runoff data will be identified in low lying areas under catchment.

     

    The Chief Minister further said that the plan will also give a push to effectively address the critical areas for minimizing flood damages. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that under the plan Research and studies for Flood Modeling and Mapping, Flood Plain Zoning and Public Participation will be made adding that works like Bamboo Plantation, Vetiver Grass, Source Control, Check Dam and Bundh Construction have also been proposed in plan. He also said that the plan also aims to store flood water of Ghaggar and use it for agriculture use by Constructing check dams by identifying choke points/ Drain points in Ghaggar, where it receives major flow into it.

     

    Likewise, the Chief Minister said that Water from check dams will be diverted into the already existing ponds in blocks through which the Waste water will be treated through treatment plants and nano bubble technology. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the treated water will thereafter be taken to the agricultural fields through a lift irrigation system using solar powered pumps and underground pipeline system. He further said that the plan envisages Private sector participation in water management under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of companies Act 2013 to reduce the financial burden of the government.

     

    The Chief Minister said that CSR activities will be promoted for setting up of sewerage treatment plant, Water conservation structure and Promoting micro irrigation system. Bhagwant Singh Mann also said that plan also aims to make community aware under water conservation by different education and awareness programs about the importance of water resources through Primary Education and Youth Involvement, Community Engagement, Involving farmers, NGOs and Industries, Training Programs, Media, Internet/ Social Media and other eminent people. He further said that the plan also stipulates optimum utilization of canal water in low demand periods by constructing ground water recharging structures at the tail ends of canals especially Distributory/ Minor/Sub-Minor.

     

     

    The Chief Minister said that diversification of area from Paddy (Parmal) to maize, cotton, Basmati and other potential crops and water guzzling varieties of paddy is also a part of plan. Likewise, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the plan focuses on Reduction in ground water demand for agriculture use. He said that every single drop of the water is precious for the state and the Punjab government will make every effort to preserve it.

     

    On the occasion Cabinet Ministers Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Hardeep Singh Mundian, Tarunpreet Singh Sondh and others were also present.

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  • Yoga not just for fitness but also a path to peace: Nitin Kohli

    Yoga not just for fitness but also a path to peace: Nitin Kohli

    Jalandhar News: In a record-breaking yoga event held at the PAP Grounds in Jalandhar, more than 21,000 people came together under the banner of ‘CM Di Yogshala’, reflecting Punjab’s growing commitment to a healthier lifestyle.

    Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, who attended as the chief guest, appreciated the overwhelming public enthusiasm for yoga. He expressed happiness at seeing thousands of people actively connecting with the government through this initiative.
    He said that ‘CM Di Yogshala’, launched two years ago under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has now expanded across the state with nearly 3,200 yoga classes being conducted daily, benefiting around one lakh people.

    Addressing the gathering, Jalandhar Central constituency in-charge Nitin Kohli delivered an emotional message. “Seeing such a large turnout, especially the children who arrived as early as 5 AM, filled my heart with gratitude. It was truly a remarkable experience,” he said.

    Kohli extended special thanks to Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh for his unwavering support in making the event a grand success. He also acknowledged the efforts of the district administration and police department officials who worked tirelessly to ensure the event was well-organised and secure.

    “I appeal to everyone to make yoga a part of their daily routine. Yoga is not limited to physical fitness—it also brings mental clarity and balance to life,” Kohli said. He shared his personal routine, saying he dedicates an hour each morning to yoga and squash and urged youth to embrace this healthy lifestyle.

    He also thanked those who played an active role in the success of the event, including Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Aggarwal, Commissioner of Police Dhanpreet Kaur, the Municipal Commissioner, and other dignitaries.
    Prominent attendees included Jalandhar Mayor Vanit Dheer, Principal Prem Kumar, Health Secretary Kumar Rahul, Vice-Chancellor of Shri Guru Ravidas Ayurved University Dr. Sanjeev Sood, Director Rajinder Singh Rehal, and ADGP Naresh Arora.

  • Harbhajan Singh ETO orders Traffic Census in the State

    Harbhajan Singh ETO orders Traffic Census in the State

    Harbhajan Singh ETO orders Traffic Census in the State

    Chandigarh, June 19

    Punjab Public Works Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO on Thursday instructed officials to conduct a traffic census in the state.

    Directing the officials to complete the traffic census on the state’s roads by September 30, the Cabinet Minister said that the data would aid in rationalizing road upgrades and new constructions. Additionally, by gathering information on new construction, widening and other necessary road improvements through the traffic census, road safety can be enhanced, thereby preventing costly loss of lives in accidents.

    Earlier today, Public Works Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO chaired a joint meeting with officials from the Public Works Department and Punjab Mandi Board to discuss measures for improving the state’s roads and bridges. The Cabinet Minister reviewed proposed and ongoing projects under various schemes, with a special focus on link roads. The meeting was attended by Public Works Department Administrative Secretary Mr. Ravi Bhagat, Punjab Mandi Board  Secretary Mr. Ramvir, Special Secretary Mrs. Hargunjit Kaur and other senior officials.

    The Chief Engineer of Public Works informed that under the PMGSY scheme, tenders are being invited for the construction of 581 km of link roads using FDR (Full Depth Reclamation) technology. Additionally, under the NABARD scheme, work is underway to strengthen and construct new rural roads across the state at a cost of ₹281 crore.

    On this occasion, S. Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. also conducted a detailed review of other projects under PRBDB and sought updates on any challenges faced during execution. He instructed the officers to carry out their duties with integrity and high standards.

    The Public Works Minister stated that the Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is committed to transforming the state’s roads into world-class infrastructure to further accelerate Punjab’s development.

  • PUNJAB SCHOOL EDUCATION DEPT. PROMOTES 126 CLERKS TO SENIOR ASSISTANTS

    PUNJAB SCHOOL EDUCATION DEPT. PROMOTES 126 CLERKS TO SENIOR ASSISTANTS

    PUNJAB SCHOOL EDUCATION DEPT. PROMOTES 126 CLERKS TO SENIOR ASSISTANTS

    • Promotions to fill all vacant Senior Assistant posts in DEO offices & DIETs, says Harjot Singh Bains

    Chandigarh, June 19:

    In a major boost to its workforce, the Punjab School Education Department has promoted 126 Clerks to Senior Assistants from field staff, recognising their hard work. This decision will not only enhance administrative efficiency but also motivate employees to deliver better services.

    In a press communique issued today, Punjab School Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains shared that these promotions will fill all vacant Senior Assistant posts in District Education Officer (DEO) offices and District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs), which would lead to enhanced governance.

    Extending heartiest congratulations to the promoted employees, S. Harjot Singh Bains exhorted them to leverage this opportunity to further enhance their performance.

    “I’m confident that these promotions will motivate our staff to deliver even better services,” the Education Minister said while adding that by promoting employees and filling key vacancies, the School Education Department showcases its dedication to further streamlining operations and enhancing administrative efficacy.

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  • Video of doctor consuming drugs, slapping woman goes viral in Jalandhar; health minister orders probe

    Video of doctor consuming drugs, slapping woman goes viral in Jalandhar; health minister orders probe

    Jalandhar: A video showing a doctor allegedly consuming drugs in Jalandhar’s Dakoha area has gone viral on social media, prompting Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh to order an immediate inquiry into the incident.

    Initially believed to be from Dasuha in Hoshiarpur, the video was later confirmed by Punjab Police DSP Balwinder Singh to have originated in Jalandhar.

    The footage shows a doctor grinding a substance with an ATM card and consuming it. When the woman recording the video refuses to stop, the doctor allegedly snatches the phone and switches off the camera.

    Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, speaking to the media in Jalandhar on Thursday morning, confirmed that the matter is under investigation. “This issue is being taken seriously. A detailed probe has been initiated and strict action will follow,” he said.

    In a further development, CCTV footage has surfaced showing the same doctor—identified as Dr. Puneet Singh—slapping a woman. He reportedly also works at a private hospital in the city.

    The Health Minister said higher authorities are looking into the matter and reiterated that strong action will be taken.

    The incident has reignited concerns over the drug menace in Punjab, especially among professionals in critical sectors like healthcare.

  • 41.04% voter turnout recorded till 3 pm in Ludhiana West bypoll

    41.04% voter turnout recorded till 3 pm in Ludhiana West bypoll

    Ludhiana: Polling is underway for the by-election to the Ludhiana West Assembly seat in Punjab, with 41.04 percent voter turnout recorded till 3 pm. Candidates from all four major political parties cast their votes earlier in the day.

    Congress candidate Bharat Bhushan Ashu was seen moving from booth to booth on a scooty to monitor the polling process across the constituency.

    Meanwhile, a case of alleged bogus voting emerged from Sarabha Nagar, where a voter claimed that his vote had already been cast when he presented his slip to the polling officer.

    The bypoll was necessitated following the death of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi. The AAP has fielded its Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora for the seat.

    Party sources suggest that if Arora wins, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal could be nominated to the Rajya Sabha from the Punjab quota.

    The Shiromani Akali Dal has nominated Parupkar Singh Ghumman, a noted lawyer known for securing the death sentence in the Dilroz murder case. The BJP has fielded former minister and senior RSS leader Jeevan Gupta.

    A total of 1,75,469 voters are eligible to vote in the constituency, with 194 polling stations set up. Voting will continue until 6 pm, and the results are scheduled to be declared on June 23.