Sangrur, May 11
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Monday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre, saying the country is witnessing how decisions are being dictated by the White House while central agencies are being misused to intimidate political opponents. Declaring that Punjabis have never bowed before pressure tactics, he asserted that the people of Punjab would give a befitting reply to every attempt to suppress democratic voices.
Mann said that even during issues like the India-Pakistan conflict, the outcome was pronounced by US authorities, raising serious concerns regarding the sovereignty of the country. “Those who claim to make India a Vishav Guru are actually heading towards becoming Vishav Chela as directions from the White House are being blindly followed,” he stated.
Targeting the Centre’s economic policies, Mann said that despite tall claims regarding Make in India, policies like allowing FDI even in the defence sector have weakened the country’s interests. He cautioned that the proposed India-US trade agreement could inflict serious damage on Indian agriculture and adversely impact farmers.
On the ED raids in Punjab, Mann said the central agency is being blatantly misused by the Union Government to arm-twist political opponents. He stated that the ED has been reduced to a tool for threatening leaders of rival parties and suppressing democracy. “Punjabis have never bowed before such pressure tactics. The brave and wise people of Punjab will give a befitting reply to these attempts,” affirmed Mann.
Earlier, Mann joined the Sangat at Gurdwara Jyotisar Sahib to offer Ardas and express gratitude for getting the opportunity to enact the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026, asserting that the stringent law has brought immense relief and satisfaction to the Panth and will ensure that no one dares to commit beadbi of Sri Guru Granth Sahib again.
