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  •  Punjab State Farmers’ and Farm Workers’ Commission (PSFC) organised a two-day workshop on surmises looming imminent threat of water crisis in state

     Punjab State Farmers’ and Farm Workers’ Commission (PSFC) organised a two-day workshop on surmises looming imminent threat of water crisis in state

     Punjab State Farmers’ and Farm Workers’ Commission (PSFC) organised a two-day workshop on surmises looming imminent threat of water crisis in state

    Chandigarh, 14 June 2025:

     pa quality and quantity, organised a two-day workshop on 12-13th June, 2025 to discuss a comprehensive micro-level study covering carbon dating, isotope study of sub-soil water, and seepage study in Punjab, chaired by Prof. Dr. Sukhpal Singh, Chairman Punjab State Farmers’ and Farm Workers Commission (PSFC). Dr. Gurkanwal Singh, former Director of Horticulture, Punjab co-chaired the meeting.

     The meeting was organized by Dr. R.S. Bains, Administrative Officer-cum-Secretary, PSFC.

    First day, a long deliberation focused on Punjab’s pressing hydrogeological challenges, with experts from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and Punjab University, Chandigarh, presenting critical research findings and sustainable solutions for groundwater management.

    Dr. J.P. Singh, Professor and Head of Soil and Water Engineering, and Dr. Samanpreet Kaur, Principal Scientist, PAU Ludhiana, made a detailed presentation on hydrological concerns and potential solutions. Dr. Kaur emphasised the urgent need to develop a smart submersible pump specifically for Punjab, enabling farmers to access real-time data for the judicious use of groundwater, to make them sensitive about the grim position of ground water. The discussions spanned issues such as water-logging, rapid depletion of sub-soil water, groundwater recharge efficiency, recharge techniques, salinity/ sodicity, seepage and studies required.

    Further, she informed that PAU has developed several modules for rainwater harvesting, which need to be finalised and disseminated at a large scale. The issue of contamination in both drinking and irrigation water also generated serious concern. The scientists proposed various studies, including a historical analysis of Punjab’s water systems, the use of abandoned wells and village ponds for groundwater recharge, identification of agro-ecological resource zones, and comparative studies on recharge levels under puddling and direct-seeded rice (DSR) cultivation.

    Dr. J.S. Sehrawat, professor & head, Department of Anthropology, Dr. Mahesh Thakur, Assistant professor, Department of Geology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, along with research fellow Sh. Prakash Tiwari and Sh. Jugraj Singh presented on Hydrogeological Challenges, Research Outcomes, and Proposed R&D Solutions for Sustainable Water Management in Punjab. Their presentation focused on emerging and hazardous water contaminants such as uranium and arsenic in various regions of Punjab. The team shared findings from a study conducted in five districts, mapping contamination in both water and soil, with particularly alarming results in south-west Punjab. The discussion also covered contamination in soils linked to agricultural and industrial activities. The team underlined the urgent need for further research, including district-wise spatial mapping of contamination, groundwater vulnerability assessments, water quality index mapping, and irrigation suitability studies. It was also discussed that excessive draft can lead to subsistence of soil.

    Dr. Arun Kumar, JDA (HG), Dr. Sandeep Singh Waliya, Mr. Deepak Sethi, and Mrs. Reetika, Assistant Geologists officers from the Hydro-geological Wing of the Directorate of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Punjab, presented their work on the state of groundwater in Punjab, On the second day. Their presentation highlighted a dire situation, out of 153 blocks, 115 are over-exploited due to excessive groundwater extraction. The average groundwater extraction rate in the state stands at a staggering 153.86%, meaning Punjab is drawing 1.5 times more water than is being recharged.

    The groundwater deficit has reached alarming levels, with an annual shortfall of nearly 10 million acre-feet (MAF) between extraction and natural recharge. This unsustainable imbalance poses a severe threat to Punjab’s agricultural sustainability and long-term water security. The primary driver of this crisis is excessive water usage for paddy cultivation, underscoring the urgent need for all stakeholders collaboration in finding viable alternatives and sustainable solutions.

    Prof. (Dr.) Sukhpal Singh, Chairman, PSFC, stressed the urgency of scientific interventions to prevent an impending water crisis. He further appraised that a Data Centre is being established at PSFC for delivering authenticated exclusive agri-related processed data by collaborating research works of all leading research organisations to the policy makers, students and other stakeholders. Dr. Gurkanwal Singh called for interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers, policymakers, and farmers. Dr. R.S. Bains assured that PSFC would facilitate further studies and policy advocacy. The meeting marked a significant step toward sustainable water management in Punjab, with a commitment to evidence-based solutions for long-term agricultural and environmental resilience.

  • DAY 105 OF ‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: 158 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 1.9KG HEROIN, 1KG OPIUM

    DAY 105 OF ‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: 158 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 1.9KG HEROIN, 1KG OPIUM

    — AS PART OF ‘DE-ADDICTION’, PUNJAB POLICE CONVINCE 65 PERSONS TO UNDERGO DE-ADDICTION TREATMENT

     

    CHANDIGARH, June 14:

              With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state completed 105 days, Punjab Police on Thursday arrested 158 drug smugglers and recovered 1.9 kg heroin, 1 kg opium, 2.8 kg ganja and Rs 36340 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 17,484 in just 105 days.

              The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.

              Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

              Divulging details, Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla informed that over 250 Police teams, comprising over 1700 police personnel, under the supervision of 112 gazetted officers have conducted raids at as many as 531 locations across the state leading to the registration of 116 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 582 suspicious persons during the day-long operation, he added.

              The Special DGP said that with the state government has enforced a three-pronged strategy— Enforcement, Deaddiction and Prevention (EDP)— to eradicate drugs from the state, the Punjab Police as part of ‘De-addiction’ has convinced 65 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.

  • WINGS OF PRIDE: THREE PUNJAB DAUGHTERS  COMMISSIONED AS FLYING OFFICERS IN INDIAN AIR FORCE

    WINGS OF PRIDE: THREE PUNJAB DAUGHTERS  COMMISSIONED AS FLYING OFFICERS IN INDIAN AIR FORCE

    • Aman Arora extends best wishes to lady officers for a bright future in Air Force

     

    Chandigarh, June 14:

    Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute (AFPI) for Girls, SAS Nagar (Mohali) added another feather in its cap, as three of its alumni, Harnoor Singh, Kritee S  Bisht and Alisha, have been commissioned as Flying Officers in the Indian Air Force, after successfully passing out from the Air Force Academy, Dundigal (Hyderabad) on Saturday. The passing out parade was reviewed by Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, PVSM, AVSM.

    Flying Officers Harnoor Singh and Alisha have been commissioned in the Education Branch, while Flying Officer Kritee S Bisht has been commissioned as a Flight Controller in the Administration Branch of the Air Force.

    Flying Officer Harnoor Singh is the daughter of S. Vikram Singh Bains, who is Principal in a Government School and hails from Pathankot.Flying Officer Kritee S Bisht is the daughter of Sh. Shakti Sharan Singh, who is a Senior Engineer at PACL, Nangal. Flying Officer Alisha is the daughter of Sh. Sunil Dutt, who is a teacher in a Private School and hails from Jalandhar.

    Congratulating the three lady cadets on their remarkable feat, Punjab Employment Generation, Skill Development and Training Minister Mr. Aman Arora said their success will undoubtedly inspire more daughters of Punjab to pursue careers in the defence services. He highlighted the state government’s commitment, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s leadership, to supporting the aspirations of young women who aim to join the defence forces as commissioned officers. Notably, the Punjab Government established an NDA Preparatory Wing for Girls at Mai Bhago AFPI in July 2023, with the second batch currently undergoing training.

    Director of Mai Bhago AFPI, Major General Jasbir Singh Sandhu, AVSM (Retd.), expressed delight over the commissioning of three alumni as Flying Officers, stating that this achievement will further energise the state government’s efforts to encourage more girls to join the armed forces. He extended his warm wishes to the newly commissioned lady officers for a bright future in the Indian Air Force.

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  • Punjab Government and AAP registers strong objection to ‘One India One Election’ proposal: Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema

    Punjab Government and AAP registers strong objection to ‘One India One Election’ proposal: Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema

     

    Calls move a direct assault on fundamental structure and spirit of Constitution of India as framed by Babasaheb Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar

     

    Cites Amendments defining BJP led Union Government’s agenda to conduct state elections at its convenience a year or two after general elections

     

    Chandigarh, June 14:

     

    Registering strong objections of the Punjab Government and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the ‘One Nation One Election’ proposal tabled by the BJP-led central government, the Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday described it as a direct assault on the fundamental structure and spirit of the Constitution of India as framed by Babasaheb Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar.

     

    Addressing a press conference at Punjab Bhawan after attending a meeting convened by the Joint Parliamentary Committee under the chairmanship of P.P. Choudhary, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that he, along with AAP State President Aman Arora, completely rejected the move. “This proposal by the BJP-led Union Government is a hidden agenda designed to destroy the federal structure of the nation as enshrined in the Constitution of India, meticulously architected by Baba Saheb Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar,” said Finance Minister Cheema.

     

    Referring to the amendments in the proposed Bill, Finance Minister Cheema said that the suggested amendments would effectively render the tenures of state assemblies subject to the discretion of the Union Government, an alarming overreach incompatible with the federal framework enshrined in the Constitution. He said that this bill will further encourage the misuse of Article 356 and 360 by the Union government.

     

    As per section 5 of part 2, If the Election Commission is of the opinion that the elections to any Legislative Assembly cannot be conducted along with the general election to the House of the People, it may make a recommendation to the President, to declare by an order, that the election to that Legislative Assembly may be conducted at a later date. Citing this amendment, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that the BJP’s One Nation One Election concept would ultimately backfire, as it would enable the Union Government to conduct state elections at its convenience a year or two after general elections, rather than fulfilling the purpose of the proposal as being publicized.

     

    Calling for a united stand to preserve the federal ethos and institutional autonomy of the states, Cheema emphasized that such unilateral proposals risk destabilizing the balance of power essential to India’s democratic fabric. He said that the One Nation One Election bill proposed by the BJP is a calculated move to eliminate regional parties that represent diverse cultures, languages, and regions, and serve as the backbone of Indian democracy.

     

    Reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the Punjab Government and Aam Admi Party to upholding the Constitution, the Finance Minister said that the state government and AAP will also oppose this bill in writing to protect the rights of the states against centralized overreach.

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  • Navjot Sidhu returns to Amritsar, says politics earned him nothing, only losses

    Navjot Sidhu returns to Amritsar, says politics earned him nothing, only losses

    Amritsar: Former MP Navjot Singh Sidhu, who recently rejoined The Kapil Sharma Show, visited Amritsar for the first time since his return to television. During an informal interaction with the media at a tea stall on Queen’s Road, Sidhu spoke candidly about his decision to resume entertainment work, citing financial necessity.

    “This is not a new avatar. I have done this before and now I am doing it again to support my household,” Sidhu said. “I have always earned through haq halal. Politics gave me nothing — I only suffered losses. I didn’t set up a shop or acquire mines.”

    Opening up about his personal life, Sidhu revealed that his wife, Dr. Navjot Kaur Sidhu, has been battling cancer. Due to financial constraints, he said he could not afford to take her abroad for treatment. This compelled him to resume work through television shows, cricket commentary, and public speaking.

    Sidhu expressed deep disillusionment with politics, saying that while he entered the field with a mission — driven by his love for Punjab — his efforts to reform the system bore no fruit. “Politics was my mission. I wanted to serve Punjab through it. But when you join a party, there is always a boss above you,” he said.

    He added that he was still willing to work for anyone genuinely committed to Punjab’s welfare. Criticising the current state of affairs in the state, he said, “For the past 30 years, the mafia has been patronised. If no politician has changed any policy, how will people’s lives change? Everyone just comes, takes their share, and leaves. Governments are being run on loans.”

    Despite his disappointment, Sidhu said he found peace in the fact that he had never compromised his conscience or character during his political career.

  • HARJOT BAINS ORDERS COMPLETION OF ₹14-CR FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECTS BY JUNE END

    HARJOT BAINS ORDERS COMPLETION OF ₹14-CR FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECTS BY JUNE END

    • Overall infra being ramped up to ensure effective management of water resources in Anandpur Sahib Constituency, says Bains

     

    Chandigarh, June 12:

    Punjab Education Minister and MLA from Sri Anandpur Sahib, S. Harjot Singh Bains, has directed the officials concerned to expedite the ongoing flood protection works in the constituency, giving them target to ensure the completion by the end of June 2025.

    Chairing a meeting with officials from Water Resources, PWD and other departments concerned here at his office on Thursday, S. Harjot Singh Bains reviewed the progress of the flood protection works being carrying out in Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency.

    He informed that a total of 112 flood protection projects worth Rs 14 crore are currently underway in the constituency. These projects encompass a range of works, including cleaning of drains and choes, construction of revetments and studs, building of check dams and soak pits.

    Reaffirming the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s commitment to protecting the region from flood threats during rainy season, S. Harjot Singh Bains said that overall infrastructure  is being ramped up to ensure the effective management of water resources in the area.

    1. Harjot Singh Bains stated that residents of villages Nakkian, Mehndali Khurd, Behrampur, Raipur Sahni, Chandpur, Mindhwan, Nikku Nangal, Jindwari, Tarapur, Bhallari, Ramgarh Bela, Paharpur and Sadhewal will benefit from ongoing flood protection works, gaining relief from seasonal floods and enhanced irrigation facilities.

    Notably, S. Harjot Singh Bains has been visiting these villages in recent past and as per the demand of local people these flood protection works are being executed on war footing.

    After witnessing the devastation caused by flash floods in the past, the Education Minister said that the state government has prioritised flood protection measures in the region.

  • UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: 600 GOVT SCHOOL STUDENTS SELECTED FOR JEE & NEET COACHING IN RESIDENTIAL COACHING CAMP

    UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: 600 GOVT SCHOOL STUDENTS SELECTED FOR JEE & NEET COACHING IN RESIDENTIAL COACHING CAMP

    UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: 600 GOVT SCHOOL STUDENTS SELECTED FOR JEE & NEET COACHING IN RESIDENTIAL COACHING CAMP

    • Mann Govt committed to provide Govt Schools students level playing field with their private school peers, says Harjot Bains

     

    • Every student deserves a chance to pursue their dreams, regardless of their background:Education Minister

    Chandigarh, June 12:

    Adopting a holistic approach to nurture potential and build confidence of government school students to unlock a path to a brighter future, the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government has started a Residential Summer Coaching Camp- 2025 at SAS Nagar (Mohali) to prepare the young minds for competitive exams including JEE and NEET, announced S. Harjot Singh Bains, Minister of School Education, Punjab.

    The move comes following the remarkable success of the previous academic year, where 265 government school students have qualified for JEE (Mains) and 44 students cleared JEE (Advanced).

    1. Harjot Singh Bains said that Punjab School Education department is hosting the Residential Summer Coaching Camp- 2025 under its flagship School of Eminence programme to provide top-notch competitive exam coaching to government school students.

    “As many as 600 students of Class 12th, selected through a rigorous process, will be participating in the 7th edition of the Residential Summer Coaching Camp,” he said, while adding that the 23-day intensive camp includes 500 students preparing for JEE and 100 for NEET, highlighting the program’s sustained success.

    “We are committed to levelling the playing field for government school students. Every student deserves a chance to pursue their dreams, regardless of their background. This camp isn’t just about academics; it’s about nurturing potential, building confidence, and paving the way for a brighter future for these young minds,” emphasised the Education Minister.

    1. Harjot Singh Bains said that the Residential Summer Coaching Camp provides a comprehensive and nurturing environment to support student success. It offers expert guidance through top-tier coaching from experienced educators, providing high-quality academic support tailored to the students’ specific needs. The curriculum is designed to address unique learning styles, focusing on foundational concepts, problem-solving strategies, and test-taking techniques. Daily doubt-solving sessions create a supportive environment, while comfortable accommodations, nutritious meals, and 24×7 supervision ensure students can focus on their studies. Beyond academics, the camp includes sessions on stress management, emotional well-being, team-building, career guidance, and cultural programs to foster holistic growth and empower students to excel.

    This pathbreaking initiative embodies the CM Mann led Punjab Government’s commitment to democratising quality education, fostering equity and empowering youth. By providing government school students a level playing field with their private school peers, the initiative aims to enhance academic outcomes and career prospects, reflecting the government’s vision for excellence and inclusivity in education, he added.

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  • PUNJAB CM AND ARVIND KEJRIWAL LAUNCH ANOTHER EDITION OF REVENUE REFORMS THROUGH EASY JAMABANDI PORTAL  

    PUNJAB CM AND ARVIND KEJRIWAL LAUNCH ANOTHER EDITION OF REVENUE REFORMS THROUGH EASY JAMABANDI PORTAL

     

    STATE SCRIPTS A NEW SUCCESS STORY IN PROVIDING CITIZEN CENTRIC SERVICES TO PEOPLE IN A CORRUPTION FREE, SMOOTH, HASSLE FREE AND TRANSPARENT MANNER

     

    PEOPLE TO GET SERVICES IN FORM OF WHATSAPP TE JAMBANDI (GETTING JAMABANDI VIA WHATSAPP), ONLINE INTKAL (MUTATION) SEVA, RAPAT ENTRY, FARD BADAR (CORRECTION OF LAND RECORDS) AND FARD BADAR (CORRECTION OF LAND RECORDS)

     

    Amritsar, June 12:

     

    As the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday launched Easy Jamabandi Portal, the state scripted a new success story in providing citizen centric services to people in a corruption free, smooth, hassle free and transparent manner.

    Both the leaders said that Punjab is taking yet another historic step to root out corruption from key revenue services that lakhs of people are dependent on every year. They said that a few days ago, Punjab launched the ‘Easy Registry’ initiative, aimed at making property registration simpler and more transparent and to eliminate corruption. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that they have launched this initiative in Mohali and it’s a big hit with the people adding that not even a single corruption complaint has been registered in the last month from one entire district which reflects its resounding success.

    Both the leaders said that will be extending this to the whole of Punjab by July 15th adding that as Aam Aadmi Party had promised a corruption-free governance to the people of Punjab, and today’s revolutionary initiative reflects the honesty, transparency, and pro-people mindset of our government. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that the portal will enable people to available five main services WhatsApp te Jamabandi (Getting Jamabandi via WhatsApp), Online Intkal (mutation) seva, Rapat Entry, Fard Badar (Correction of Land Records) and Fard Badar (Correction of Land Records). Elaborating it, they said that WhatsApp te Jamabandi (Getting Jamabandi via WhatsApp) will facilitate the people in a big way as 40 lakh people annually either had to visit their Patwari or visit Fard Centers to obtain land record copies (Jamabandi).

    However, both the leaders said that now, there is no need to visit a Patwari, stand in queues, or pay bribes for land records as people have to simply go to the Easy Jamabandi website, enter their details and they will get a copy of your Jamabandi for free. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that this will be digitally signed and will have a QR code adding that anyone can scan the QR cord to verify the land record. They said that the state government has digitized land records for 99% of villages in Punjab, all those land records can be availed through this service adding that the remaining villages too will be digitized in the next two months.

     

    Divulging details about Online Intkal (mutation) seva both the leaders said that every year, eight  lakh mutations are processed (6 lakh via deed registrations and 2 lakh through inheritance). Previously, Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that getting the ownership updated after buying land or inheriting property involved months of running around and hurdles adding that now, Patwaris cannot create obstacles, and there is no need to pay bribes. They said that if anyone is registering their deed, the mutation will happen automatically within 30 days and in case of inheritance, they can submit request for mutation online on Easy Jamabandi website and the same shall be done within a strict 30-day time limit after which they will get Whatsapp update at every stage of the process.

    Speaking about Rapat Entry, Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that every year, about 2 lakh Rapat entries (due to court orders or loans) are made adding that now, there’s no need for physical paperwork or office visits. They said that every case of individual will move digitally from the Patwari with no manual discretion or red-tapeism. Both the leaders said that their Rapat entry will be made within one day for court orders and within seven days for loans.

    Giving details about Fard Badar (Correction of Land Records), Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that every year, about 60,000 Fard Badar (record correction) requests are made. They said that to correct errors in land records (say name spelling), people will no longer need to make rounds of government offices or rely on the goodwill of Tehsildars. Both the leaders said that now, a simple form with the required documents can be submitted online and the application will be processed within 15 days time limit adding that nominal application fee for these services will also be paid online.

    Speaking about Jamabandi layi Subscribe karo (Subscribe to Your Land Records), Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that in a historic move to protect land ownership, especially for NRIs, the Punjab Government has introduced the “Subscribe to Your Land Records” feature. Previously, they said that many land records were altered without the owner’s knowledge, and often they would find out years later, after which they had to endure long delayed legal struggle in courts to get them corrected. Both the leaders said landowners can now visit the government’s website and subscribe to their land records by paying an annual fee of ₹500 per Khewat (landholding record).

    Both the leaders said that this gives them the right to digitally safeguard their land from anywhere in the world. For instance, they said that if there is any attempt to tamper with the subscribed record, the landowner will receive an instant alert via WhatsApp or email after which they can immediately raise an objection online, which will be sent directly to the concerned revenue officer. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that this step ensures land security for NRIs across the globe.

    Both the leaders said that for services like Jamabandi (land record copy), Intkal (mutation), and Fard Badar (record correction), every individual previously had to approach Patwaris or Tehsildars. Unfortunately, they said that these offices had become synonymous with corruption but now they  won’t have to visit offices of patwards or tehsildars repeatedly. Bhagwant Singh Mann and Arvind Kejriwal said that now all can be done from the comfort of your home with just a click through the website easyjamabandi.punjab.gov.in adding it can also be availed by dialling 1076, or by submitting applications at any Sewa kendra.

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  • Vigilance Bureau arrests Asistant Sub Inspector for accepting Rs. 2,000 bribe

    Punjab E News: The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB), during its ongoing drive against corruption, has arrested Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Baldev Singh, posted at police station Sultanpur Lodhi, district Kapurthala for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs. 2,000.

    Disclosing this here today an official spokesperson of the state VB said the arrest has been made following a complaint lodged by a resident of Kapurthala on the Chief Minister’s Anti Corruption Action Line.
    He further added that as per the complaint, the accused ASI had demanded a bribe Rs. 10,000 for allowing the complainant to join the investigation in a police case after getting anticipatory bail from the court. Later the police personnel asked to pay Rs 5000 for this motive but due to persistent appeals by the complainant he accepted Rs 2000 bribe.
    The spokesperson further informed that during verification, the allegations levelled in the complaint were found to be true. Subsequently, a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered against the aforementioned accused at the VB Police Station, Jalandhar Range and arrested the accused. Further investigation into this case was under progress, he said.

  • DAY 103 OF ‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: 119 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 1.7KG HEROIN, 14KG OPIUM

    DAY 103 OF ‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: 119 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 1.7KG HEROIN, 14KG OPIUM

    Punjab E News:  With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state completed 103 days, Punjab Police on Thursday arrested 119 drug smugglers and recovered 1.7 kg heroin, 14.6 kg opium and Rs 57480 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 17,137 in just 103 days.

    The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.

    Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

    Divulging details, Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla informed that over 200 Police teams, comprising over 1300 police personnel, under the supervision of 89 gazetted officers have conducted raids at as many as 465 locations across the state leading to the registration of 93 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 489 suspicious persons during the day-long operation, he added.

    The Special DGP said that with the state government has enforced a three-pronged strategy— Enforcement, Deaddiction and Prevention (EDP)— to eradicate drugs from the state, the Punjab Police as part of ‘De-addiction’ has convinced 38 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.