Bhagwant Mann Police has marked 620 days of its anti-drug campaign, Yudh Nashian Virudh, reaffirming its commitment to tackling drug trafficking and substance abuse across the state. The campaign, being carried out with the involvement of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), continues to focus on enforcement measures, search operations and public awareness.

Bhagwant Mann Police Marks 620 Days of Yudh Nashian Virudh Campaign

In a post on X, Punjab Police said it was continuing its efforts through targeted actions and extensive search operations in different parts of the state. The campaign also includes awareness initiatives aimed at highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging public participation in the fight against narcotics.

Mann Continues Anti-Drug Operations Across State

The police department emphasised that its efforts are directed towards building a safer and healthier Punjab, free from the threat of drugs. The campaign combines action against those involved in drug-related activities with initiatives intended to discourage substance abuse and strengthen awareness at the community level.

With the campaign completing 620 days, Punjab Police reiterated its resolve to sustain the drive against narcotics. The department said it would continue working towards a drug-free Punjab through coordinated enforcement and awareness efforts.

The Punjab government has distributed ownership rights cards to 390 families in Sidhuwal village of Patiala Rural under its ‘Mera Ghar Mere Naam’ initiative, aimed at providing legal ownership rights to residents who have been living in their homes for years without formal documentation.

Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh shared the information in a post on X, stating that the cards were distributed during a programme organised in the village. He said the initiative had helped fulfil a long-standing demand of families who had been waiting to receive formal recognition of their ownership rights.

Bhagwant Mann: Legal Recognition for Long-Standing Residents

The distribution of ownership cards is intended to provide families with official documentation of their residential property rights. For households that have lived in their homes for generations without formal ownership papers, such recognition can offer greater security and clarity regarding their property.

Dr Balbir Singh said that thousands of families had been able to realise their long-awaited dream of securing ownership rights through the Mann government’s initiative. He also noted that residents of Sidhuwal expressed gratitude to the state government for addressing their demand.

Mera Ghar Mere Naam Initiative

The ‘Mera Ghar Mere Naam’ initiative focuses on providing ownership rights to eligible residents living in houses within inhabited village areas, helping them obtain formal recognition of their homes. The programme seeks to address long-standing property documentation issues and strengthen the sense of security among beneficiary families.

The distribution of 390 cards in Sidhuwal marks another step in implementing the initiative at the village level. The programme also highlights the importance of property documentation in enabling families to establish their legal claims over residential assets.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held an important meeting with senior government officials and all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) in Chandigarh to review the ongoing paddy procurement process across the state. During the meeting, he issued strict directions to ensure that farmers do not face difficulties while selling their produce at mandis.

The Chief Minister instructed officials to ensure the smooth and uninterrupted procurement of paddy, timely lifting of purchased crops and prompt payments to farmers. He emphasised that administrative arrangements at grain markets must remain effective so that farmers can complete the procurement process without unnecessary delays or inconvenience.

Focus on Smooth Operations at Grain Markets: Bhagwant Mann

Mann directed Deputy Commissioners to closely monitor procurement activities in their respective districts and ensure proper coordination among the departments and agencies involved. The instructions focused on addressing operational challenges at mandis and maintaining a streamlined process from the arrival of produce to its procurement and subsequent lifting.

Timely lifting of purchased paddy is an important part of the procurement process, as delays can lead to congestion at grain markets and create difficulties for farmers bringing fresh produce. The Chief Minister stressed the need for officials to remain attentive to such issues and take prompt action wherever required.

Government Reiterates Commitment to Farmers

In his message, Mann reaffirmed the Punjab government’s commitment to procuring every grain brought by farmers to the mandis. He said the government was fully committed to ensuring that farmers receive proper support throughout the procurement process.

The Chief Minister’s directions underline the importance of district-level monitoring and administrative accountability during the paddy procurement season. Deputy Commissioners have been asked to ensure that the arrangements on the ground match the government’s instructions, particularly regarding procurement, lifting and payments.