Those who ruled earlier & destroyed Punjab’s youth and law & order now pretend to lecture on governance: CM
Ask Congress or Akali leaders how much money they spend to gather crowds, AAP gets real public support
Punjab Newsline, Dharamkot-
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday addressed a massive public gathering at Dana Mandi in Dharamkot, Moga, delivering a direct political message that Punjab has decisively moved beyond the era of power rotation and backroom politics, with people now firmly in control of the state’s future. Taking on traditional parties for what he described as decades of misrule, he asserted that those who once weakened Punjab’s youth and law and order are now attempting to mislead people through false narratives, even as their credibility continues to erode and their 2027 defeat becomes increasingly evident.
Positioning the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government as one that delivers on its promises, the Chief Minister highlighted that guarantees made to the people have been fulfilled within four years, with the remaining year to be used to accelerate Punjab’s recovery from decades of neglect. He contrasted manufactured crowds of opposition parties with the organic public support visible at AAP gatherings, underlining that people are no longer willing to be swayed by propaganda and are instead making informed choices about their future.
Earlier in the day, Mann laid the foundation stone of a School of Eminence in village Bajeke, where he was warmly welcomed by locals who presented him with portraits of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, while students greeted him with roses. The ₹19.76 crore project aims to transform rural education with modern infrastructure, advanced learning facilities, and free JEE-NEET coaching, marking a strong push to ensure equal opportunities and secure the future of Punjab’s youth.
Subsequently, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone of a ₹18 crore Sub-Divisional Hospital in Dharamkot, terming it a major step towards strengthening healthcare access in smaller towns and rural areas, and reaffirming the Punjab Government’s commitment to ensuring quality treatment reaches every household.
Addressing the gathering at Dana Mandi, CM remarked, “Those leaders are now talking about law and order in the state, the hands of whom are drenched with blood of the youth of the state and who were responsible for chaos in the state. These parties have committed sins against the state and its people, and the masses will never forgive them,” said CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, adding that his government is working tirelessly to educate children, generate employment, and eliminate poverty through sustained development, not temporary schemes.
Highlighting the public response to the event, he said it reflected people’s satisfaction with the government’s work. “The presence of people in such large numbers is proof that they are happy with the work of the Aam Aadmi Party and that they support our government. For the first time in history, a government has fulfilled the guarantees it promised within four years and we still have one year left to do even more. We will not waste this one year as we are already late by 70 years, and now we have to make up for that delay.”
Outlining the government’s roadmap, the Chief Minister said, “The AAP government will build more schools, more hospitals, provide more jobs, recruit in the police, close toll plazas, bring water to canals, construct roads, and promote sports. There is still a lot of work which needs to be done and the AAP Government will leave no stone unturned for this noble cause. Previous governments had ruined the state and left Punjab in a bad condition, but today it is moving forward again.”
Taking aim at opposition mobilisation, he said, “These gatherings are not ordinary because other parties can only dream of such functions as people don’t come to listen to them. Ask the Congress or Akali leaders how much money they spend to gather crowds. They even hire people to attend rallies. But here, it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that people come on their own. This is the real support of masses.”
He further stated that earlier regimes had multiple opportunities to transform Punjab but failed due to lack of intent. “If those previous governments had intentions to work, they would have done it earlier as they had several opportunities. These leaders betrayed Punjab and Punjabis. Some leaders were Chief Ministers multiple times, but nothing changed in the state. These leaders worked for their own vested interests by backstabbing the state and its people.”
Underscoring the importance of intent in governance, he said, “If intentions are pure and honest, even a leader for a few hours can bring change, but instead of changing things previous regimes exploited the people. Punjab and its people live in my heart due to which I am here only to serve the masses with missionary zeal. The entire Punjab is my family and I always love to be amongst them, contrary to my predecessors who loved to live in palatial houses.”
On the opposition, the Chief Minister said, “The opposition has no credibility so the people should not believe them. The opposition has joined hands just to criticise me. They know that it is writing on the wall that they are not going to win in 2027, due to which they are baffled. The era of taking turns in power or playing musical chairs is over as now it is the people’s turn to come forward with honesty and missionary zeal.”
Urging voters to exercise their choice carefully, he said, “Whenever you go to vote, remember one thing that the party symbol to whom you are casting your vote is not merely a symbol but represents your future and that of your children. If you press the wrong button, your future is locked for five years, and if you press the right one, Punjab moves forward.”
Emphasising women’s empowerment, he added, “We have empowered women as we respect mothers and sisters because their blessings make a person successful in any field. A home without a mother loses its soul. The opposition only thinks about their families, their sons, nephews, and relatives, but we think about every citizen of Punjab. The opposition destroyed Punjab with their regressive policies, drugs, corruption, and mismanagement.”
Highlighting governance priorities, he said, “The AAP Government is improving schools, hospitals, and infrastructure so that Punjab progresses permanently. Earlier governments focused on trivial works like building walls of cremation grounds while ignoring development like schools, roads, and water systems. Our government has changed this mindset by bringing the common man and his issues at the centre stage of politics.”
He reiterated that delivery, not promises, defines the government’s approach. “The AAP Government is providing electricity, improving irrigation, building schools, offering healthcare, and creating opportunities. We are not just making promises, we are delivering results. People of Punjab are wise and they can elevate someone to great heights and also bring them down if needed,” stated CM Bhagwant Singh Mann.
Speaking about governance style, he said, “The AAP Government works day and night and not just during office hours because the problems of people don’t come on a schedule. We are changing the system to suit the people, not the other way around. When I see people benefiting from our work and happiness in their lives, it brings satisfaction to me. This is the real reward, far more precious than money or power.”
On fiscal discipline and welfare, he added, “The AAP government is judiciously utilizing every single penny of the state exchequer for the well-being of the people. More than 90% households in the state are getting free power and even farmers are getting power in the daytime, which is unprecedented. At a time when assets of the country are being given by the Union government to their blue-eyed friends at throwaway prices, the Punjab Government has created history by buying a private thermal plant.”
Detailing healthcare initiatives, he said, “881 Aam Aadmi Clinics have been opened in the state to provide free healthcare to people and quality healthcare facilities are being provided in government hospitals. To provide comprehensive healthcare, the AAP government has launched Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, a first-of-its-kind scheme that provides cashless medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh for every resident family in Punjab. Punjab is the first Indian state to offer such comprehensive healthcare coverage, significantly easing the financial burden on people while ensuring quality health services.”
On the anti-drug campaign, he said, “The AAP Government launched the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign, under which the supply line of drugs has been snapped and drug smugglers have been put behind bars. The curse of drugs is being wiped out at a micro level with active support of the public. The Yudh Nashean Virudh has now become a mass movement.”
Sharing details of development works, he said, “Today the foundation stone of a School of Eminence has been laid in village Bajeke, Dharamkot. An amount of ₹19 crore 76 lakh will be spent on the construction of this school, which will be built over seven acres and three kanals. The two-storey building will include 24 classrooms, three science laboratories, a commerce block, library, computer lab, two additional labs, EDUSAT room, and sanitary blocks.”
He further added, “There will be playgrounds for volleyball, basketball, and handball along with a 200-meter track. Science, Commerce, and Arts streams are being taught and each student is provided with a track suit, blazer, and other uniform items worth ₹4,000. Transport facilities with four buses have also been arranged and free coaching for JEE and NEET will be provided.”
Highlighting academic achievements, he said, “Two students from the school, Aryan Devgan and Gurjashan Singh, have qualified JEE Mains, and students have consistently secured positions in the board merit list. Three more Schools of Eminence are functioning in Moga district including Landhe Ke, Baghapurana, and Nihal Singh Wala.”
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann also announced healthcare upgradation, stating, “The Primary Health Centre in Dharamkot is being upgraded to a Sub-Divisional Hospital with an investment of ₹18 crore, which will provide quality healthcare facilities to thousands of residents in Dharamkot and nearby villages.”