Punjab government committed to rehabilitating drug victims: Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond

Khanna, June 1, 2025: Punjab Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond on Sunday reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to ensuring effective treatment and rehabilitation for drug victims to reintegrate them into mainstream society. 

Addressing gatherings during the "Yudh Nashya Virudh" campaign in Jaspalon, Chak Sarai, and Jatana villages of the Khanna Assembly Constituency, the minister emphasized the government’s focus on strengthening de-addiction facilities and rehabilitation programs to combat the drug menace.

Sond criticized previous governments for patronizing drug traffickers and facilitating the trade using their own vehicles. In contrast, he highlighted that the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government is taking stringent action to protect Punjab’s youth from drugs. He expressed satisfaction and stated that the backbone of the drug trade has been broken, thanks to the relentless efforts of the Punjab Police. 

The minister underscored that there is no shortage of funds for Punjab’s development, with the vision of a vibrant Punjab soon becoming a reality. He noted that students are receiving quality education, citizens have access to improved healthcare, and 90% of households benefit from free electricity. Sond praised the formation of village defence committees, with communities across all sections actively participating in eradicating the drug menace, calling it a commendable effort.

During the events, Sond administered an oath against drugs, with participants pledging to make Punjab drug-free. He also announced that the Punjab government plans to construct and upgrade 18,944 kilometres of rural link roads, with Rs 2,873 crore allocated by the Punjab Mandi Board for 2025-26. Additionally, he announced Rs 5 lakh grant from his discretionary quota for development projects in Jatana village.

Sub-Divisional Magistrate Khanna Dr. Baljinder Singh Dhillon, Nasha Mukti Yatra Campaign Coordinator Paramprit Singh, Chairman Khanna Market Committee Jagtar Singh Gill Ratanheri, Aam Aadmi Party Rural Block President Avtar Singh and others were present.