In just 4 years, we’ve delivered free electricity, provided 65,000 govt jobs, ensured canal water reaches farms, introduced ₹10 lakh health insurance & started giving ₹1,000 – ₹1500 to women: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
RAIYA (AMRITSAR); 7th May 2026:
As the “Shukrana Yatra” reached Amritsar on its second day, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann drew a sharp contrast between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government’s “politics of delivery” and the BJP’s “anti-Punjab politics,” asserting that while his government had provided free electricity, 65,000 government jobs, canal water to farms, ₹10 lakh health insurance and monthly financial assistance for women within just four years, the BJP sitting at the Centre continued to betray Punjab through repeated anti-state decisions.
Targeting the BJP over the deaths of 700 farmers during the farm agitation, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said Punjab would never forgive those who crushed the voices of annadatas while simultaneously attempting to weaken the state’s rights, resources and identity.
Addressing gatherings during the second day of the “Shukrana Yatra”, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the BJP’s anti-Punjab mindset had been exposed repeatedly, whether through the deaths of 700 farmers during the farmers’ agitation, attempts to stop Punjab’s tableaux, efforts to divert Punjab’s waters to Haryana through the BBMB, attempts to snatch Punjab University, efforts to take control of Chandigarh, or conspiracies to shut down Aam Aadmi Clinics.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the BJP thrives on hatred and divisive politics, adding that any renewed alliance between the Akali Dal and the BJP would once again prove that both parties are “two sides of the same coin.” He warned that if such an alliance takes shape again, Punjab would suffer because the alliance is driven purely by political survival and self-interest rather than the welfare of Punjabis. “This unholy alliance is anti-Punjab and both parties will ultimately destroy each other politically,” he asserted.
Reiterating his government’s commitment to protecting the sanctity of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that anyone found guilty of sacrilege would now face a minimum punishment of 10 years imprisonment which could extend to life imprisonment, along with fines up to ₹50 lakh. He questioned why previous governments had failed to enact such a strict law earlier, stating that their intentions were never honest. “Those governments themselves facilitated incidents of sacrilege and even ordered firing on peacefully protesting devotees,” he said, adding that officers responsible for the firing were later rewarded and promoted.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the Akali Dal and the Badal family stand politically shattered today because “the court of the Almighty ultimately delivers justice.” Thanking people for their continued love and support, he said neither the Akalis nor the Congress could be trusted because of their dubious political character. He further slammed the Akalis for monopolising religion and controlling religious institutions for political gain, alleging that office-bearers of religious bodies are appointed directly at the behest of the Badal family.
Questioning the functioning of religious bodies, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann pointed out that elections to the Shiromani Committee had not been held for the last 14 years and asked how such institutions could continue claiming constitutional legitimacy. Attacking SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Dhami should call himself a soldier of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, but instead calls himself a soldier of Sukhbir Badal. Only the Badal family is opposing the anti-sacrilege law while the larger Sikh sangat had accepted and supported it wholeheartedly,” he added.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann also targeted Akali Dal MLAs for remaining absent during the Punjab Assembly session in which the anti-sacrilege law was passed. He said the Akalis avoided the debate because questions regarding sacrilege incidents during their own tenure would have surfaced. “With the implementation of this strict law, no one will now dare to commit sacrilege,” he said, adding that the Almighty had entrusted them with this sacred responsibility. He emphasised that Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji belongs to all humanity and symbolises universal brotherhood.
The Chief Minister said the teachings of the Gurus spread the message of humanity and universal welfare, adding that anyone insulting or desecrating Gurbani would face the strictest punishment under the law. He reiterated that punishment for sacrilege would range from a minimum of 10 years imprisonment to life imprisonment along with fines reaching ₹50 lakh.
Highlighting the achievements of the Punjab Government, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said he was honestly fulfilling every responsibility entrusted to him by the people in 2022. He said Aam Aadmi Clinics had been opened across Punjab to provide free treatment, world-class government schools were being built, 90% of households were receiving free electricity, sewer systems were being upgraded, hospitals modernised, and every family could avail treatment up to ₹10 lakh under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann further stated that farmers were receiving free daytime electricity, while nearly 14,000 kilometres of pipelines had been laid and canals revived to ensure water reaches every field across Punjab.
Referring to his grand reception in Amritsar South and East, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said forces inimical to Punjab were trying to sow hatred and divisions in society, but would never succeed. “Punjab’s land is fertile, but the seed of hatred can never germinate here,” he said, adding that some political parties were attempting to spread fear and tension among people.
The Chief Minister asserted that Punjab’s communal harmony and brotherhood are deeply rooted and cannot be weakened by divisive politics. Calling the “Shukrana Yatra” a spiritual journey, he said the Almighty had given them the opportunity to enact a historic anti-sacrilege law in honour of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann clarified that the yatra had no political connection and was solely aimed at expressing gratitude towards Guru Sahib for blessing them with the opportunity to bring the strict legislation. Reaffirming his government’s commitment, he said the Punjab Government would continue working tirelessly for peace, progress and prosperity across Punjab.
