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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami joins BJP's 'Drug-Free Punjab' rally, slams AAP government
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 05:47 PM
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended a BJP‑organized rally in Punjab demanding a drug‑free state and used the platform to criticize the AAP‑led Punjab government.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was present at a BJP‑run rally in Punjab that promoted the "Drug‑Free Punjab" agenda. The event, staged in the border district of Amritsar, featured party leaders highlighting the need for stricter anti‑drug measures.
During his address, Dhami directly targeted the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, alleging that the ruling administration has failed to curb the narcotics menace. He warned that drug abuse continues to threaten the youth and called for immediate, coordinated action across state lines.
Dhami urged the central and state governments to strengthen enforcement, enhance rehabilitation facilities, and increase public awareness. He also emphasized that a drug‑free Punjab is essential for the overall safety and development of the region.
The rally concluded with party workers distributing informational pamphlets and pledging support for the campaign. No official response from the AAP government was recorded at the time of reporting.
During his address, Dhami directly targeted the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, alleging that the ruling administration has failed to curb the narcotics menace. He warned that drug abuse continues to threaten the youth and called for immediate, coordinated action across state lines.
Dhami urged the central and state governments to strengthen enforcement, enhance rehabilitation facilities, and increase public awareness. He also emphasized that a drug‑free Punjab is essential for the overall safety and development of the region.
The rally concluded with party workers distributing informational pamphlets and pledging support for the campaign. No official response from the AAP government was recorded at the time of reporting.