Jagraon: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday highlighted his government’s employment, education and rural development initiatives, asserting that efforts are being made to create more opportunities within the state so that young people do not have to migrate abroad in search of jobs.
Addressing a ‘Lok Milni’ programme at Kamalpura village in Jagraon, Mann said the state government was working to build an environment where young people could secure employment and build their future in Punjab itself.
He said Punjab’s development strategy focuses on expanding employment opportunities, strengthening public services and ensuring that government resources reach ordinary families.
The Chief Minister cited several initiatives to highlight his government’s achievements, including the provision of 70,000 government jobs, improvements in government schools and investments in village-level development.
He also pointed out that 882 students from government schools had qualified for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) this year, describing it as an indication of improvements in the state’s public education system.
Bhagwant Mann Highlights 70,000 Government Jobs and Education Reforms
During his address, Mann said the government was committed to creating employment opportunities within Punjab and reducing the need for young people to move abroad for work.
He highlighted the recruitment of 70,000 government employees as one of the major achievements of his government.
The Chief Minister also referred to the transformation of government schools, stating that 882 students from these institutions had cleared NEET this year.
According to Mann, these developments reflect the government’s efforts to strengthen public services and create better opportunities for the younger generation.
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₹51 Lakh Cheque Handed Over for Kamalpura Village Development
As part of the village development initiatives, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann handed over a cheque of ₹51 lakh to the sarpanch of Kamalpura village.
The amount will be utilised for comprehensive development works in the village.
Mann reiterated his government’s commitment to rural development, farmers and women, emphasising that public welfare and improving living conditions in villages remain important priorities.
He also stressed the importance of ensuring that government funds are used for development activities that directly benefit local residents.
Mann Targets Congress and Akali Dal Over Political Rivalry
The Chief Minister launched a sharp attack on Congress and Akali Dal leaders, accusing them of focusing on political power struggles rather than working for Punjab’s development.
He said Congress leaders were struggling because many of them were more interested in becoming Chief Minister than serving the public.
Mann also alleged that leaders of the Congress, Akali Dal and BJP shared a common objective of removing him from office because his government had prioritised public welfare.
He maintained that his government’s focus remained on development and delivering benefits to ordinary people rather than engaging in political disputes.
CM Refers to Chargesheet Against Akali Dal Leader Bikram Singh Majithia
During the programme, Mann also referred to the filing of a chargesheet against Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia.
The Chief Minister asserted that it would become difficult for Majithia to escape accountability and emphasised that those responsible for wrongdoing must face the consequences.
He also warned against attempts to spread false narratives about Punjab and damage the state’s reputation.
Bhagwant Mann Says Those Responsible for Punjab’s Drug Image Must Be Held Accountable
Taking aim at political opponents, Mann said Punjab had historically been recognised as the land of generals and sportspersons, but its image had been damaged by its association with drugs.
He alleged that certain individuals had plundered the state’s wealth and damaged the future of its youth.
The Chief Minister said those responsible for such actions must be held accountable, adding that people who had contributed to Punjab’s problems could not escape responsibility.
He reiterated that his government was committed to protecting the interests of Punjab’s people, creating employment opportunities and ensuring development across the state.
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