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Manoj Tiwari urges voters to give BJP a chance to curb Punjab's drug problem
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 12:16 PM
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BJP leader Manoj Tiwari appealed to the public to allow the party to address the drug menace plaguing Punjab, saying a decisive political will is needed.
Manoj Tiwari, a senior figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party, publicly called for a mandate that would enable the party to tackle the drug crisis affecting Punjab. In his remarks, he emphasized that the state’s youth are bearing the brunt of substance abuse and that a focused governmental effort is essential to reverse the trend.
Tiwari argued that the BJP’s governance model, built on law‑and‑order priorities, can deliver concrete measures such as stricter enforcement, rehabilitation programs, and community outreach. He warned that without a clear political mandate, existing efforts risk remaining fragmented and ineffective.
The statement was made ahead of upcoming electoral contests, positioning the drug issue as a central theme for the party’s campaign in the state. Tiwari’s appeal reflects a broader strategy to portray the BJP as the only viable option for restoring safety and opportunity for Punjab’s younger generation.
Analysts note that the drug problem has been a recurring concern in Punjab’s public discourse, with successive governments struggling to curb supply chains and demand. Tiwari’s call seeks to shift the narrative toward a decisive, party‑led solution.
The BJP has not yet detailed specific policy proposals, but Tiwari’s comments suggest that any future administration would prioritize law‑enforcement coordination with health services to address both supply and demand aspects of the crisis.
Tiwari argued that the BJP’s governance model, built on law‑and‑order priorities, can deliver concrete measures such as stricter enforcement, rehabilitation programs, and community outreach. He warned that without a clear political mandate, existing efforts risk remaining fragmented and ineffective.
The statement was made ahead of upcoming electoral contests, positioning the drug issue as a central theme for the party’s campaign in the state. Tiwari’s appeal reflects a broader strategy to portray the BJP as the only viable option for restoring safety and opportunity for Punjab’s younger generation.
Analysts note that the drug problem has been a recurring concern in Punjab’s public discourse, with successive governments struggling to curb supply chains and demand. Tiwari’s call seeks to shift the narrative toward a decisive, party‑led solution.
The BJP has not yet detailed specific policy proposals, but Tiwari’s comments suggest that any future administration would prioritize law‑enforcement coordination with health services to address both supply and demand aspects of the crisis.