WELFARE SCHEMES ON THE LINES OF HARYANA WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN PUNJAB UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF PM NARENDRA MODI: CM, CM TERMS SUICIDE OF PUNJAB OFFICER AS UNFORTUNATE AND CONDEMNABLE
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Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, once a BJP government is formed in Punjab, welfare schemes for women, farmers, labourers and youth—on the lines of Haryana—will be implemented. He alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party is steeped in corruption and has pushed Punjab backwards in terms of development. He said that due to such a system, even officials are being forced to take extreme steps, which is highly condemnable.
Referring to the poor condition of healthcare services, the deteriorating education system, broken streets and closing industries in Lehragaga, the Chief Minister said that the Aam Aadmi Party, which came to power with the promise of change, has only pushed the region into darkness. He said that while the government had promised a revolution through mohalla clinics, the reality is that in cases of serious illness, people still have to go to hospitals in Patiala, Ludhiana or even Haryana. Due to governance failures, people are forced to protest for basic civic amenities. He said the most alarming issue is the youth falling prey to drug abuse. Due to poor law and order, investment is not coming to Punjab.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini was addressing a public rally organized by youth leader Rakesh Singh Gill in Banarsi village of Lehragaga, Punjab. During the rally, Rakesh Singh Gill, along with his supporters, joined the BJP in the presence of the Chief Minister.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that this region of Punjab was once known across the area for its grain markets and business activities. He said it is the land that has always raised its voice against injustice, but it is unfortunate that the same region is now losing its identity due to the neglect of the present government. He added that governments come and go, but any government that forgets the basic needs of the people and remains focused only on publicity has no moral right to remain in power.
Referring to the poor condition of healthcare services, the deteriorating education system, broken streets and closing industries in Lehragaga, the Chief Minister said that the Aam Aadmi Party, which came to power with the promise of change, has only pushed the region into darkness. He said that while the government had promised a revolution through mohalla clinics, the reality is that in cases of serious illness, people still have to go to hospitals in Patiala, Ludhiana or even Haryana. Due to governance failures, people are forced to protest for basic civic amenities. He said the most alarming issue is the youth falling prey to drug abuse. Due to poor law and order, investment is not coming to Punjab.
Highlighting the welfare policies of the Haryana Government, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, the country has witnessed a tradition of development, trust and decisive governance, and Haryana stands as a strong example of this. He said Haryana has demonstrated that when governments at the Centre and the State share the same vision, the pace of development accelerates significantly.
Referring to the Lado Lakshmi Yojana, he said that under this scheme, ₹850 crore has been distributed in five installments to 10 lakh women beneficiaries. He added that in Haryana, 24 crops are being procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP), and payments are made to farmers within 48 hours. In contrast, he said, the farmers of Punjab feel betrayed by the promises made by the AAP government.
Targeting the Punjab government further, the Chief Minister said it is trying to hide its failures by blaming the Central Government. He alleged that it has failed to ensure the availability of fertilizers and medicines for farmers and has not made adequate arrangements for crop procurement. He also said that no effective steps have been taken for stubble management, whereas in Haryana, farmers are provided financial assistance for managing crop residue.
The Chief Minister alleged that there has been large-scale corruption in the implementation of MGNREGA in Punjab, with no action taken so far. Instead of taking steps in the interest of labourers, he said the Punjab government brought a proposal in the Assembly on September 30 that lacked data, facts and suggestions, which was detrimental to the interests of workers.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that in Haryana, 44 lakh people are benefiting from social security pensions, which have recently been increased. However, he alleged that the AAP government in Punjab has failed to increase even old-age pensions in its last budget, despite making promises.
He further alleged that AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal is taking Punjab’s resources to Delhi, while the people of Punjab are deprived of development. He said that the country and the state need experienced and responsible governance, not experimentation. He added that the land of the Gurus teaches us that standing against injustice is the true path.
He said that the doors of his residence are open 24 hours for the people of Punjab, and they can meet him anytime. However, he urged the people to resolve to vote out the present government in the upcoming Assembly elections.
On this occasion, Political Secretary to the Chief Minister Tarun Bhandari; BJP District President Sangrur Daman Bajwa; former Chairman Mahender Singh Gill; Zila Parishad Vice-Chairperson Rajrani Gill; and a large number of people were present.