Punjab Chief Minister Discusses Border Security and Anti-Drug Initiatives
Mann, Western Command chief discuss border security, civil- military coordination
Hindustan Times
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann met with Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh to enhance civil-military coordination for border security. The discussion included ongoing projects, youth empowerment, and efforts to combat drug trafficking, with over 63,000 arrests made in the anti-drug campaign.
- 01Mann emphasized the importance of civil-military coordination in Punjab's border security.
- 02The meeting focused on expediting projects and addressing security challenges.
- 03Over 63,000 drug smugglers have been arrested in Punjab during the anti-drug campaign.
- 04The government is committed to improving welfare for armed forces personnel and veterans.
- 05Mann highlighted the success of the anti-gangster campaign and new legislation against sacrilege.
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During a meeting with Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of Punjab underscored the need for enhanced civil-military coordination to address security challenges along the state's 550km international border. They discussed expediting ongoing projects to strengthen the operational capabilities of the armed forces and addressed issues such as border management, internal security, and youth empowerment. Mann also highlighted the 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' anti-drug campaign, which has led to the arrest of over 63,707 drug smugglers in just 437 days. He emphasized that combating drugs has become a collective movement, with citizens actively participating alongside the government. Furthermore, Mann mentioned ongoing welfare initiatives for armed forces personnel and the enactment of the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, aimed at preventing sacrilege incidents in the future.
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The strengthened civil-military coordination and anti-drug initiatives aim to improve security and community welfare in Punjab.
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