AAP MP & Ex-Cricketer Harbhajan Singh Opposes Bhagwant Mann's Bulldozer Action In Punjab
Amid Punjab's crackdown on the drug mafia, AAP MP Harbhajan Singh opposes the government's "bulldozer action" against alleged encroachments.
Amid the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government's continued crackdown on drug mafia and criminals, the Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh stirred a controversy by opposing 'bulldozer action'.
In their latest efforts to tighten the noose around drug smugglers, the police have been using bulldozers to demolish illegal properties linked to offenders. However, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP and former cricketer Harbhajan Singh has raised concerns over this approach. His comments could now be used by the BJP and the Congress to target the Mann government.
Former Indian cricketer- AAP RS MP Harbhajan Singh ques Punjab govt on bulldozer action against drug smugglers. @harbhajan_singh said that houses should not be demolishes even if it is raised by drug money. Govt initiated the bulldozer action against drug mafia in punjab. pic.twitter.com/Ozw8zWkbB4
— Amandeep Dixit (@dixit_aman) March 19, 2025
Harbhajan Singh Says 'No' To Bulldozer Action
Harbhajan Singh has spoken out against the demolition drive, stating that he does not support the destruction of homes. "I am not in favour of demolishing anyone's house," he said.
The former cricketer, however, stressed that strict action should be taken against drug traffickers. "Those involved in drug smuggling should be arrested, and those supplying drugs must face legal consequences. It is important to understand that drugs are extremely harmful to everyone's health," he stated.
While supporting legal action against offenders, he opposed the indiscriminate demolition of homes. "If someone has built a house and has a roof over their head, the authorities should investigate how they acquired the property. However, demolishing homes is not the right approach," he added.
Harbhajan Singh acknowledged that illegal encroachments on government land must be dealt with. "If someone has occupied government land, the authorities should take action and reclaim it. But instead of demolishing homes, the government should relocate residents before vacating the space," he said.
Using bulldozers to demolish alleged encroachments by those deemed to have committed some other criminal offence was prevalent in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi. The move is often slammed by the Opposition.
Call for Collective Action Against Drug Menace
Highlighting the dangers of drug abuse, the former Team India cricketer urged Punjabis to take collective responsibility in fighting the menace. "Drugs are extremely dangerous. People must realise that addiction not only destroys lives but also ruins families. Every Punjabi should actively work against drug abuse and be part of a movement to eradicate it," he said.
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