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Punjab Boosts War On Drugs With 117 New Vehicles Following Activist Murder
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News18•16-10-2026, 19:50
Punjab Boosts War On Drugs With 117 New Vehicles Following Activist Murder
- •Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced 117 new vehicles for DSPs to strengthen the anti-drug Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign.
- •Mann stated that eradicating drugs is the top priority and gave Punjab Police full freedom to act against traffickers without political interference.
- •The Chief Minister criticised the Centre for targeting Punjab over drugs, urging better supply-line control across international borders and Gujarat.
- •Mann emphasised promoting sports and education, including initiatives like Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan, to steer youth away from substance abuse.
- •Assuring a thorough investigation into the murder of a social activist in Mansa, Mann promised strict punishment for those responsible.
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the approval of 117 new vehicles for Deputy Superintendents of Police to strengthen the ongoing 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' campaign.
The state is improving sports infrastructure, expanding opportunities in villages and cities, promoting initiatives like 'Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan', and hosting major events like the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy to engage youth positively.
Chief Minister Mann stated that the Mansa social activist murder will be thoroughly investigated, any established conspiracy will be exposed, and those responsible will face strict punishment under the law.
