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Chandigarh, May 9: In light of growing tensions with Pakistan, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led an important cabinet meeting to address security and welfare measures. The Chief Minister announced several key decisions:
1. Farishte Scheme Extended: Victims of war and terrorism will now receive free treatment under the Punjab government’s Farishte scheme, offering crucial support for those affected by violence.
2. Anti-drone systems deployed: To bolster security on border areas, 9 anti-drone systems will be stationed from Pathankot to Abohar to prevent cross-border threats.
3. Counter-Terrorism Measures: The Punjab Government reaffirmed its commitment to thwarting Pakistan-backed nefarious activities, preparing to tackle security challenges head-on.
4. Crackdown on Drug Smugglers: The government is intensifying efforts to dismantle drug smuggling operations that are funding terrorism aiming for a more secure and peaceful Punjab.
These decisions highlight the state’s proactive stance on security and its determination to safeguard citizens from external and internal threats.
Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchak and Ravjot Singh would go to Pathankot and Gurdaspur districts, while Kuldeep Dhaliwal and Mohinder Bhagat will take charge of Amritsar district, and Laljit Bhullar and Harbhajan Singh will reach Tarn Taran. Likewise, Ministers Hardeep Mundian, along with Gurmeet Singh Khudian, will reach Ferozepur, and Baljit Kaur and Tarunpreet Sondh will look after arrangements in Fazilka.
Amid heightened tension, Punjab has ordered the closure of all educational institutes and cancelled exams. The state government has set up a control room for people’s convenience. It can be reached at landline phone numbers 0172-2741803 and 0172-2749901.
Amid soaring tensions between India and Pakistan, people in some border villages of Punjab have started moving to safer places. Villagers settled in Amritsar, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, and Tarn Taran districts close to the International Border began shifting their belongings to safer places despite the BSF, the Indian Army and even the local civil authorities not having issued any official evacuation orders. The leaves of all Punjab Police personnel were also cancelled.
