Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched a strong critique against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid at the residence of Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora. He accused the BJP of engaging in a 'dangerous game' in Punjab, alleging that the raids are part of a broader strategy of political vendetta aimed at undermining the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Mann referred to the BJP as the 'Bharat Jalao Party', emphasizing that their actions are intended to create unrest and communal tensions in the state. He asserted that Punjabis will not bow to pressure, reiterating that the BJP's tactics are a response to the Punjab government's implementation of a stricter sacrilege law, which aims to impose severe penalties on those involved in sacrilege. Furthermore, Mann called on the central government to release approximately ₹9,000 crore (roughly $1.1 billion USD) in pending funds owed to Punjab, stating that these financial resources are crucial for the state's development. He maintained that the new sacrilege law, which has faced criticism, will not be revoked, as it was created in response to public demand. Mann's remarks reflect ongoing tensions between the Punjab government and the central BJP administration, particularly regarding governance and political strategies in the state.