Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann handed over appointment letters to 801 newly recruited candidates at an event in Mohali on November 3. His government says the total number of government recruitments in its tenure has reached 71,777. Mann said every appointment had been made strictly on merit, without money or “farmaish” (recommendation). He also announced that 600 more people would get government jobs the following week.
“No Bribe, No Recommendation”
Mann alleged that government jobs were sold for lakhs of rupees under previous governments through money, recommendations and bribes. He claimed his government’s recruitment has been transparent and corruption-free. He challenged the opposition to identify even one instance of bribery in the process.
Jobs Tally Under ‘Mission Rozgar’
The government’s recruitment drive runs under the banner “Mission Rozgar.” Mann’s own tallies have grown steadily:
- January 2026: 63,943 jobs
- August 2026: 69,094 jobs
- November 3, 2026: 71,777 jobs
Mann on Merit and Aspirations
Mann has said no appointment under his government has been challenged in court. He urged the new recruits to prepare for UPSC exams and aim to become IAS and IPS officers. He said institutions of excellence were being set up so children from ordinary families can reach senior posts.
Political Backdrop
The event came with Punjab heading toward the 2027 Assembly polls. Mann accused the Congress and the Akali Dal of a “malicious campaign” against him and challenged opposition leaders to prove any corruption allegation or quit politics. The opposition has made its own allegations against the government, including claims about misuse of public money. Mann has denied them.
The Road Ahead
With 600 more appointments promised, the government is likely to keep the jobs drive at the centre of its pitch to voters.
