Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday asserted that it is writing on the wall that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will return to power with an even bigger mandate in the 2027 Assembly elections, as people have reposed immense faith in the government’s pro-people and development-oriented policies. During a Lok Milni in village Dharampura of Budhlada constituency in Mansa district, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the unprecedented welfare initiatives undertaken by the state government have transformed Punjab and strengthened the bond between the government and the people.

Reiterating his government’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding Punjab’s rights and interests, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the state has witnessed historic progress in every sector, from free electricity and healthcare to women empowerment and infrastructure development. He said the government has filled the developmental gap of decades, put Punjab firmly on the path of becoming a Rangla Punjab and ensured that the benefits of governance reach every household across the state.

People Throng Lok Milni Venue; Women Thank CM Bhagwant Singh Mann for Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna

The Lok Milni witnessed an overwhelming response from people, with the venue packed to capacity well before CM Bhagwant Singh Mann addressed the gathering. As the crowd swelled, several residents came out onto the balconies and rooftops of their houses to listen to the Chief Minister. The enthusiastic participation reflected the strong connection between the people andCM Bhagwant Singh Mann. During the interaction, several women expressed their gratitude to CM Bhagwant Singh Mann for the Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna and other welfare initiatives of his government. They said the scheme would provide financial support, dignity and greater confidence to women across Punjab.

Addressing the Lok Milni, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the AAP government has put Punjab firmly on the path of development and is accelerating the pace of progress with every passing day. “Our government has worked relentlessly to fulfil the aspirations of the people through welfare-oriented governance, transparent administration and historic initiatives in healthcare, women empowerment, electricity and public services,” he added.

“AAP will create history in Punjab by forming the government again during the ensuing Assembly elections in 2027. The verdict of the people will be crystal clear. AAP will win more seats than it did in 2022 because the love and support of the people are with the party and the government. The initiatives taken by the state government for public welfare are unprecedented. It is a writing on the wall that Punjabis are eager to bring AAP back to power, which is why the traditional parties are baffled,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

The Chief Minister stated, “It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that the development of Punjab has been put on the right track and now the Punjab Government is enhancing its pace with every passing day. The state government has filled the gap of 70 years and concerted efforts are being made to carve out a Rangla Punjab.”

The AAP Government is the first government in the country to implement the People’s Manifesto because all the genuine demands raised by the people are being translated into works,” he added.

Targeting his predecessors, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “My predecessors never met the common people as they came out of their luxurious homes only after noting the temperature, whereas I am available to the people round the clock. These leaders illegally built huge palaces by amassing whopping wealth through misuse of their official positions. The walls of these palatial houses were high and their gates remained closed for ordinary people. They remained inaccessible to the public and were ultimately ousted by the masses.”

“The people of Punjab have shown the door to those who looted them turn by turn. These leaders befooled the people for a long time, but the wise people of the state are no longer getting swayed by their misleading propaganda. These haughty politicians always took the people for granted and were ultimately rejected by them. These opportunist leaders are baffled because people are not responding to them. Their agenda is confined to the welfare of their families rather than the welfare of the people,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

The Chief Minister also took on opposition parties and said, “Akali Dal has been reduced to a party of sisters-in-law. One sister-in-law is an MP and the other is an MLA. Sukhbir Badal is still in trauma due to the debacle of 2022. The former Deputy Chief Minister says he has directed all his MLAs not to attend the Vidhan Sabha, forgetting that there is only one MLA left in the SAD and that too is his relative.”

“Akalis, Congress and BJP know that they cannot compete with me politically. Therefore, they have ganged up to defame me on religious issues through fake videos created using Artificial Intelligence,” he said.

Lashing out at the Akali leadership, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Akali leaders mercilessly looted the state and committed numerous and unpardonable atrocities on the common man during their long and tyrannical rule. They bruised the psyche of Punjabis emotionally and patronised several mafias to ruin the state. The Akali leadership can never be forgiven because it was responsible for the genocide of several generations of Punjab. The ‘Chitta’ trade was patronised by them and flourished during their long era of misrule.”

“Akali leaders have lost their base amongst the masses. Paid workers are being used to show crowds in their rallies. In every Akali rally, the same crowd is present,” he added.

Targeting Congress, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “The Congress party is on its deathbed and will be finished very soon because it has no vision for the people and the state. Its only aim is to plunder the wealth of Punjab by assuming power, but those dreams will never be fulfilled.”

“The Congress party is a divided house that will collapse due to its infighting. It is a pity that top Congress leaders who come to unite these leaders squabbling for power are not even aware of how to pronounce their names,” he said.

Speaking on Punjab’s river waters, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann affirmed, “Our government is committed to safeguarding the interests of Punjab and no stone will be left unturned for this noble cause. Neighbouring states were hell-bent on snatching Punjab’s waters, but the state government took a firm stand and ensured that not even a single drop was shared with other states.”

“Owing to the firm stand of our government, Punjab’s water has been saved. This is the bounden duty of the government. No one will be allowed to usurp the rights of Punjab. I am sitting here as the guardian of Punjab and Punjabis. Any conspiracy to deprive us of our rights will be foiled,” he added.

The Chief Minister further stated, “The AAP government is optimally utilising every single penny of the state exchequer for the well-being of the people. More than 90% households in Punjab are getting free power. Even farmers are now getting power during the daytime, which is unprecedented.”

“At a time when the assets of the country are being given away to blue-eyed friends at throwaway prices, the Punjab Government has created history by buying a private thermal plant and naming it after Sri Guru Amardass Ji,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

Highlighting the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, the Chief Minister noted, “To provide comprehensive healthcare to the people, the state government has launched Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, the first-of-its-kind scheme in the country that provides cashless medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh for every resident family in Punjab.”

“It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that Punjab is the first Indian state to offer such comprehensive healthcare coverage. This has significantly eased the financial burden on the public while ensuring quality health services. This historic move is aimed at providing universal healthcare to all families of the state. People have already availed free treatment worth more than ₹650 crore under the scheme,” he added.

On women empowerment, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “From July 1, women beneficiaries above the age of 18 years will receive notifications on their mobile phones regarding financial assistance of ₹1,000 for women from all other categories and ₹1,500 for women from Dalit categories. The funds will be directly transferred into bank accounts and women already receiving social security pensions will also be eligible. Around 97% of women in Punjab are expected to benefit and the state government has allocated ₹9,300 crore for the scheme.”

Emphasising the social significance of the initiative, the Chief Minister stated, “While the financial assistance may not make women rich, it will provide them dignity and self-respect. Women deserve the highest respect because they are the source of life itself. The blessings of mothers and sisters can help overcome every challenge in the world. Strengthening women’s financial autonomy is essential for improving household welfare, promoting gender equity and enhancing women’s participation in social and economic decision-making.”

The Chief Minister stated, “Such programmes were never on the agenda of previous regimes that ruined Punjab and left no stone unturned to plunder its wealth. The state government has been making strenuous efforts to ensure that the youth of the state benefit from such initiatives, thereby making Punjab a frontrunner state in the country.”

“Punjab is already leading the country in several core sectors such as Health, Education, Startups and others. The launch of the Sadak Surakhya Force, providing power to farmers during daytime, 300 units of free power and underground laying of high-tension power cables are among the innovative initiatives that have given a major impetus to the state’s economy,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday asserted that Sri Akal Takht Sahib is supreme for every Punjabi and Sikh, but some people are attempting to misuse this revered institution for their vested interests. Calling for immediate elections to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), the Chief Minister said that Punjab can no longer afford to let religious institutions remain under the grip of those who exploited faith for political gains and patronised mafias that pushed the state into decline.

During a massive Lok Milni at historic village Mandi Kalan in Maur constituency, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that while his government has enacted the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2026 to ensure the harshest punishment for sacrilege, it is simultaneously empowering women through the Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, strengthening farmers through expanded canal irrigation and daytime power supply, and transforming education to make Punjab the number one state in the country in school education. He also announced a grant of ₹50 lakh for village development, the opening of a new library and the renovation of a 55-year-old Dharamshala in the village.

The Chief Minister spoke on a wide range of issues including the sanctity of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the role of the SGPC, the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2026, welfare initiatives, education reforms, irrigation infrastructure, healthcare and the overall development of Punjab.

Addressing the Lok Milni, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “Sri Akal Takht Sahib is sacred for every Sikh and is considered the highest temporal seat of the community. It is a highly revered place from where every Sikh derives divine peace and power. However, some wrong elements have taken control of this sacred institution and are taking decisions without realising that it is our sacred place. I bowed before Sri Akal Takht Sahib because it is supreme for every Punjabi in general and Sikhs in particular. However, some people are trying to misuse it for their vested interests.”

The Chief Minister noted, “I have written to the Government of India that it has been 14 years since elections were held for the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee. The organisation is in dire straits today.”

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “The money distributed by Sukhbir Singh Badal during floods was not his hard-earned money. It was the money offered by devotees at Gurdwaras. The poorest of the poor contribute something to Gurdwara Sahib even while performing the last rites of a parent. However, Sukhbir Singh Badal did not even arrange langar during his father’s funeral and instead brought it from Sri Muktsar Sahib.”

“The Badal family usurped everything in Punjab by patronising land, sand, ‘Chitta’, transport and other mafias. They ruined the state and caused immense hardship to its people. They misused panth for their vested interests. People voted for them in the name of the Guru Sahiban, but they disrespected Gurbani. There is a long saga of the wrongs committed by the Akalis and the Badal family against Punjab and its people. The masses can never forgive them for these actions,” he added.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “The Almighty bestowed upon me the opportunity to serve humanity by enacting the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2026, which provides stringent punishment for sacrilege. Under this law, anyone attempting desecration can face imprisonment ranging from ten years to life imprisonment along with a fine of ₹50 lakh. If the fine is not paid, the offender’s property can be sold so that future generations remember the consequences of disrespecting Guru Sahib and hurting the sentiments of people.”

“I am confident that this law will act as a strong deterrent and no one will dare indulge in such unfortunate acts in the future. Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is like a father to every Sikh and it is our collective duty to ensure its sanctity,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

He pointed out, “The Akalis misused religion for political gains and people can never forgive them for that. I consider myself fortunate that I have been entrusted with the responsibility of enacting this historic legislation.”

Slamming the opposition parties, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that traditional political parties are spreading malicious propaganda because they are afraid of being exposed before the people. “These leaders deceived people in the name of religion, caste and hatred for their own political interests. Since assuming office, I have devoted every minute of my life to the welfare of the people and that is why they are upset. All the traditional parties have united against me to stop me from working for the welfare of the people. However, their actions will never deter me from serving Punjab and its people,” he added.

Taking a jibe at the Congress party, he said that every Congress leader wants to become Chief Minister. “In Congress, every leader aspires to become the head of the state. The party has more chief ministerial aspirants than ordinary karyakartas, Congress leaders are daydreaming about returning to power. The party is a divided house and will collapse under the weight of its own infighting. They have no vision for Punjab and are interested only in grabbing power and exploiting the state’s resources. Their dreams will never be fulfilled because people are fully aware of their intentions,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that Punjab has witnessed a paradigm shift under the AAP government. “Earlier, traditional parties simply waited for their turn to capture power. Today, the broom is cleaning the mess created by these parties,” he said.

“In the 2022 Assembly elections, seven former Chief Ministers and their families were rejected by the people. Punjab chose an honest government that has worked tirelessly for public welfare. That historic mandate has played a key role in transforming Punjab into a frontrunner state in the country,” he added.

Referring to the Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, the Chief Minister said that the scheme will empower women across Punjab. “I have announced several major schemes in the past, but I am particularly happy that the state government is now all set to launch the Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna for the empowerment of mothers and sisters. Under this scheme, every women in Punjab above 18 years of age will receive ₹1,000 per month, while women from Scheduled Caste categories above 18 years of age will receive ₹1,500 per month. Eligible beneficiaries will begin receiving benefits from July 1,” he added.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “This is not a political function. It is an opportunity to interact directly with people. Several governments came and went, but none of them paid attention to the welfare of ordinary citizens,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

The Chief Minister said that every penny from the state exchequer is being utilised for public welfare. “More than 90% of households in Punjab are receiving free electricity. Farmers are now getting power during daytime, something unprecedented in the state’s history,” he said.

“At a time when national assets are being handed over to a select few at throwaway prices, Punjab created history by purchasing a private thermal plant and naming it after Sri Guru Amar Dass Ji,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that his government has taken a landmark decision to protect students and parents from arbitrary fee hikes. “We have approved an ordinance to regulate fee hikes by private unaided schools. The objective is to ensure transparency and accountability in school fee structures and protect students and parents from arbitrary increases. No private school will be allowed to increase fees by more than five percent. Strict action will be taken against any institution violating this provision,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that tax money belongs to the people and is now being returned to them through development and welfare initiatives. “People’s money is coming back to people through better schools, hospitals, roads and infrastructure. We have provided free electricity, jobs to more than 68,000 youth without corruption, improved roads, closed toll plazas resulting in savings of ₹70 lakh every day and strengthened infrastructure across Punjab,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann noted, “When our government assumed office, only 22% canal water was being utilised for irrigation. Today, that figure has crossed 80%. The AAP Government has significantly strengthened irrigation infrastructure. “We have laid 14,000 kilometres of pipelines and watercourses across Punjab. Around 21,000 cusecs of water have been released through these channels to meet the irrigation needs of farmers. This quantity of water is equivalent to the supply from two Bhakra canals and will greatly benefit farmers across the state,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that recharge points have been established in canals and rivers to improve groundwater levels. “Groundwater levels have increased by two to four metres in several areas. This initiative is aimed at safeguarding the interests of future generations because Punjab’s identity and existence are intrinsically linked to water,” he said.

“No so-called ‘freebie’ or concession can eliminate poverty and social challenges. Education is the key to improving lives and raising the standard of living of people,” he added.

Highlighting Punjab’s achievements in education, the Chief Minister said that the state has emerged as a national leader. “Due to the dedicated efforts of the Punjab Government, the state has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi to secure the number one position in primary and middle-school education. We upgraded schools, strengthened the education system, introduced smart classrooms and provided advanced training to teachers. As a result, Punjab is now excelling in the education sector,” he added.

“Recent figures released by NITI Aayog show that Punjab has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi to secure the top position in primary and middle-school education,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

“For the last four years, we have consistently focused on teacher training, modern teaching methods and smart classrooms. Earlier Kerala held the top position, but Punjab has now secured the number one rank by a huge margin. Education is the light that dispels darkness. That is why our government will continue to accord the highest priority to this sector,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

The Chief Minister further said that the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna is transforming healthcare delivery in Punjab. “Under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, health cards are being issued to all 65 lakh families in Punjab. Every family is entitled to free treatment worth up to ₹10 lakh annually. More than 30 lakh beneficiaries have already received health cards and people have availed free treatment worth around ₹650 crore under the scheme. I urge every eligible family to take maximum benefit of this initiative,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that Punjab has also achieved a major breakthrough in power supply to the agriculture sector. “For the first time in Punjab’s history, farm tube wells have been receiving more than eight hours of uninterrupted power supply during the paddy season. Farmers are now receiving electricity during daytime for irrigation purposes, which has transformed their lives and greatly benefited agriculture,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday said that a fake video was deliberately created and circulated to defame him after his political opponents failed to challenge the work being done by his Government for the people of Punjab. Pointing out that the opposition is misleading people in the name of religion and resorting to petty politics, the Chief Minister said that those who have no issue left against his Government are now trying to tarnish his image through fabricated propaganda.

Reposing complete faith in the wisdom of the Nanak Naam Leva Sangat, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that truth will ultimately prevail and he leaves the final verdict to the Sangat. and he will continue working tirelessly for electricity, water, roads, hospitals, Aam Aadmi Clinics and employment while the people deliver the final verdict.

In a video message, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “For the past few days, as part of a very cheap political conspiracy, fake videos of me have been circulated. When my opponents find themselves unable to challenge me on any other front, they try to defame me through religious issues.”

Referring to a video that was recently circulated, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “A video was made viral in which neither the person’s physical appearance, height, manner of walking nor body language matches mine. Yet, my political opponents tried to portray me as guilty. However, the people and the Sikh community saw the video and it was obvious to them that it was fake.”

The Chief Minister said that the state government had the video examined by forensic laboratories, but now those laboratories are being targeted. “Those who own and operate that laboratory are being targeted because the BJP, Akali Dal and Congress have united against me,” he said.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the controversy started backfiring on his opponents and people started criticizing them for releasing a fake video. “As a result, they are stooping too low in politics. They are intimidating the laboratory owners through threats of FIRs and pressure tactics, forcing them to claim that they were paid money to prepare a false report. According to them, the laboratory we used was fake while the one they used is genuine. However, people know very well what is real and what is not,” he added.

The Chief Minister said that he has full faith in the Sikh sangat and the people of Punjab. “I leave this matter to the people and the Sri Nanak Naam Leva sangat. The reality is that these parties have failed politically and socially in Punjab. Therefore, they have now chosen to target me on religious grounds. Every day they create new fake videos and circulate them through their social media platforms,” he said.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that such tactics would not deter him from serving the people. “I will continue working for electricity, water, roads, village ponds, Aam Aadmi Clinics, hospitals and employment opportunities. I will continue working with the same dedication and speed. As long as the people stand with me, none of this affects me,” he said.

Warning the opposition against adopting such methods, the Chief Minister said, “Politics has fallen to a very low level because they have no other way to oppose me. They continuously try to defame me through one accusation or another. Now the SGPC has ordered the putting up posters outside Gurdwara Sahibs calling for my boycott.”

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann questioned why similar posters were not put up against the Akali Dal or Sukhbir Singh Badal after they admitted responsibility for incidents of sacrilege. “On December 2, before Sri Akal Takht Sahib, they acknowledged their mistakes, admitted wrongdoing, accepted responsibility for the firing incidents and admitted that orders were given against the sangat. Did anyone put up posters outside gurdwaras calling for their boycott?” he asked.

The Chief Minister said that the sangat is wise and the people are supreme. “These individuals are acting out of arrogance because they have no real issue left to raise against me,” he added.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that wherever he visits villages, community gatherings and public meetings, huge crowds gather. “The opposition cannot tolerate these crowds because they themselves cannot attract such public support. Therefore, all three parties have joined hands with one objective, to defame me on religious grounds. The final judgment lies with the people,” he said.

The Chief Minister reiterated his commitment to Punjab and its people. “I will continue to stand firmly for Punjab and its interests. They may do whatever they wish, but the people will decide whether anyone can stoop to such a level,” he said.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the videos being circulated are completely fake and fabricated. “I urge people not to believe them. The opposition has now been left relying on artificial intelligence because they no longer have any real presence on the ground,” he said.

The Chief Minister said that whenever Lok Milnis are organised in villages, the opposition becomes nervous and uncomfortable. “That is why the Akali Dal, BJP and Congress have formed a common front against me. They cannot compete with me politically, so they are trying to tarnish my image through false religious propaganda,” he added.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that for years power merely alternated between these parties and they protected one another. “Those days are now over. They no longer see any possibility of returning to power in 2027, which is why they are worried. Schools are being built, hospitals are being improved, roads are being constructed, polluted village ponds are being cleaned and canal water is reaching farmers’ fields. These leaders cannot tolerate the progress being made by Punjab. That is why they are hatching these conspiracies,” he pointed out.

Reiterating his faith in the people and the Sangat, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Sangat will decide. The people will decide. I belong to the people and I will remain among them. Even today I am going among the people and I am confident that wherever I go, they will continue to shower the same affection upon me. It is this love that gives me the strength to continue serving Punjab.”