The Punjab government would take strong action against anyone attempting to taint the state's atmosphere, according to the Bhagwant Mann government.
Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, addressing a news conference, said he is constantly receiving calls from people in Punjab and even beyond the nation applauding the state administration for its crackdown on anti-social groups.
Speaking about the ongoing search for radical preacher Amritpal Singh in Punjab, Dhaliwal stated that the state is secure under the leadership of chief minister Bhagwant Mann, who is capable of making harsh decisions to ensure peace.
While the search for Amritpal Singh continues, the Punjab government has stopped mobile internet and SMS services in the state till Tuesday afternoon. The Punjab Police stated on Monday that Singh was attempting to establish his own militia, 'Anandpur Khalsa Fauz,' as evidenced by the bulletproof jackets and rifles, as well as the 'AKF" mark outside his apartment.
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Dhaliwal commended the people of Punjab for their "trust" in the Mann administration.
While lauding CM, the minister stated: “Our government will not spare those people who act against the interest of Punjab or are trying to disturb the peace here. The Mann government is prepared to take tough decisions if needed."
“Our party is a patriotic and secular party. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, this entire plan was prepared based on all the information. The people of Punjab are very happy about this action against anti-social elements”, Dhaliwal said.
He stated that the Punjabi youth do not require bullets or firearms. They require work and laptop computers. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is always trying to ensure Punjab's development. The state is in the hands of an honest chief minister and is progressing. Bhagwant Mann would never allow Punjab to stray from its growth path.