Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday announced a new initiative for farmers, titled “Mukhyamantri Scheme: Land mutation within 30 days”, which will be implemented across the state from April 13.
Addressing a rally in Moga, Mann also said the government plans to lay underground power lines in agricultural fields to eliminate electricity poles and improve farming conditions.
The Chief Minister inaugurated development projects worth around ₹83 crore and highlighted his government’s achievements, while also targeting opposition parties.
He said the AAP government has provided over 65,000 government jobs without corruption and is ensuring better road connectivity across the state. Mann added that farmers are being supplied electricity during daytime to reduce inconvenience.
He also claimed that 70% of canal water is now being utilised for irrigation purposes in Punjab.
Taking a dig at opposition parties, Mann said they were unaware of farmers’ real issues.
On the ongoing strike by commission agents, he termed it “blackmail” and said their demands fall under the Centre’s jurisdiction. He assured that the state government would take up their concerns with the Centre.
Mann also reiterated that every grain of wheat from farmers would be procured and thanked commission agents who have not joined the strike. He added that cooperative societies’ participation in the arhtiya business would be increased in the coming days.
