Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann and I entered politics to fearlessly take fight against drug mafia and finish their network completely: Manish Sisodia
Ludhiana News (25 March 2026): Drawing a clear red line within the party, senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia on Wednesday delivered a clear message to Ministers and MLAs that there is no space in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for those unwilling to take on the drug mafia, asserting that anyone who hesitates must step aside rather than bring disrepute to Arvind Kejriwal. During the Malwa Zone meeting under the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’, he underlined that the fight against drugs is central to AAP’s political purpose, stating that leaders like Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Singh Mann and he himself entered politics to fearlessly confront such mafias and dismantle their networks completely.
Reiterating a strict zero-tolerance approach, the AAP Punjab Prabhari made it clear that no one involved in the drug trade will be spared, even if they belong to AAP, while asserting that the party’s origins in struggle and its track record of taking on corruption will now drive a decisive push to root out drugs from Punjab.
Addressing the gathering, senior AAP leader and Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia stated, “Fight against drugs is a long and decisive battle, and the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government is fully committed to eradicating the drug menace from Punjab.”
The AAP Punjab Prabhari stated, “I want to tell my AAP’s MLAs, Ministers and Halqa In-charges that they must not shift responsibility onto others. They should not be able to sleep if even a single ward or village under them has drug trade continuing. If any MLA, Minister or Halqa In-charge feels they are not in politics to take on drug traffickers, they should not embarrass Arvind Kejriwal and must leave the party. Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Singh Mann and I entered politics to fearlessly take on the drug mafia and finish their network completely. Whoever is afraid should leave the party. There is no point in being in the Aam Aadmi Party if you are unwilling to fight this battle.”
He noted the need for collective action and uncompromising enforcement against drug networks. “If we want to free Punjab from drugs, we must fight like warriors. This is a collective war to save Punjab’s future,” he said, adding, “Clear instructions have been issued that no one involved in the drug trade should be spared regardless of political affiliation, even if the accused belongs to the AAP. Strictest action must be taken against whosoever is found guilty.”
Invoking Punjab’s legacy, Manish Sisodia reminded people of their heritage of courage and sacrifice. “We belong to the land of Gurus and martyrs, and Yudh Nashean Virudh will prove to be the final nail in the coffin of the drug menace. This war will be won only through courage and determination. We must not lose heart and resolve to make Punjab completely drug-free,” he said, urging citizens to actively participate, share information, and support enforcement efforts.
Drawing a parallel with AAP’s ideological foundation, he added, “Just as AAP is not merely a political party but a movement to root out corruption and corrupt elements from the system, similarly, we must root out drugs and drug traffickers from Punjab. With the earnest efforts of all, we will win this battle one day.”
Calling for coordinated grassroots action, Manish Sisodia said, “Ministers, MLAs, and Halqa In-charges must work shoulder-to-shoulder with block heads and Village Defence Committees. They must motivate and protect them while ensuring close coordination with AAP ground workers and the police. Pull up your socks and lead from the front with utmost seriousness and commitment. Take full ownership of making your respective areas drug-free.”
Recalling AAP’s journey, the senior AAP leader highlighted the party’s resilience in the face of challenges. “AAP was born out of struggle and has never lacked courage. Even when our leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, Satyendar Jain, and myself, were targeted in the so-called liquor scam, the court found there was no case at all. Despite losing several powers, the government delivered landmark reforms in education, healthcare, electricity, and water supply,” he said.
Meanwhile, Punjab Cabinet Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian also reiterated the AAP government’s firm approach. “The Bhagwant Mann Government has adopted a war-footing approach to make Punjab drug-free. No stone will be left unturned to eradicate the supply chain, arrest big traffickers, and confiscate or demolish their illegally acquired properties,” said Hardeep Singh Mundian, urging all stakeholders to turn the campaign into a true people’s movement through active involvement of village and ward defence committees.
Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain presented a detailed multi-pronged roadmap to make Ludhiana a drug-free district, focusing on strict enforcement, large-scale awareness campaigns, community participation, and robust de-addiction and rehabilitation support under the Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign with coordinated efforts of police, civil administration, NGOs, and local stakeholders.
Commissioner of Police Swapan Sharma informed that significant progress has already been made in enforcement. “Around 2,500 drug peddlers have been arrested, including 352 notorious offenders. Properties worth ₹12 crore have been seized, and over 4,000 people have been admitted for de-addiction treatment,” he said.
Khanna SSP Dr. Darpan Ahluwalia and SDM Swati Tiwana also briefed the gathering about targeted interventions, stating that the notorious Meat Market hotspot is being completely reformed through a comprehensive and multi-dimensional approach.
The meeting was attended by MLAs Sarvjit Kaur Manuke, Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina, Ashok Parashar Pappi, Madan Lal Bagga, Daljit Singh Bhola Grewal, Kulwant Singh Sidhu, Hakam Singh Thekedar, Manwinder Singh Giaspura, Jiwan Singh Sangowal, Rupinder Singh Happy, Gurdit Singh Sekhon, Davinderjit Singh Laddi Dhos, Amritpal Singh Sukhanand and others, along with senior leader Dr. KNS Kang, Mayor Principal Inderjit Kaur, senior administrative and police officers, and members of Village Defence Committees (VDC).
