War on Crime: Peace and Harmony Returns to Punjab. Mann Government’s Timely Actions Secure the Future of Youth.

Chandigarh, October 31, 2025: When the Aam Aadmi Party government was formed in Punjab under Bhagwant Mann’s leadership, the biggest challenge was organized crime (gangsterism) and the drug network. Due to the lax policies of previous governments, this problem had taken a massive form, which put especially our younger generation’s future at risk. But, as soon as the government came to power, it made it clear that there would be no place for ‘crime’ and ‘mafia’ in ‘Rangla-Punjab’. This was the government’s first and biggest resolution.

To strike at the root of this problem, the government immediately formed the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF). This was not an ordinary police team, but was specially created to destroy organized crime modules. This force was given complete freedom and modern resources, which helped it successfully catch and break the networks of big gangsters across the state.

The effect of Mann government’s strict measures soon started showing in statistics. According to official NCRB (National Crime Records Bureau) data (comparing 2022 to 2021), murder cases in Punjab decreased. Additionally, crimes like kidnapping and theft also showed a decline. In 2022, Punjab’s crime rate was better than many other states in the country, which shows the success of the government’s ‘zero tolerance’ policy.

Drugs had become a curse for Punjab. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann declared a ‘war against drugs’ to end this. Punjab Police conducted large-scale operations, in which thousands of drug smugglers were arrested. For the first time, the government also ran bulldozers on the illegal properties of some notorious drug smugglers. This strict action was necessary to create fear in the minds of criminals and give them a strong message that the ‘drug business’ will not run in Punjab anymore.

The AGTF has achieved great success in breaking the alliance between gangsters and terrorists. Police not only recovered weapons and explosives (like RDX, IED, hand grenades), but also exposed several modules of weapons smuggling through drones. This action is a big victory for Punjab’s internal security, which has ruined the plans of anti-national elements.

Eliminating corruption is equally important in controlling crime. Chief Minister Mann started the Anti-Corruption Action Line (9501200200). This step has curbed bribery in government offices. Along with this, the brave step of taking strict action against ministers and officers of his own party when accused of corruption was also taken, which sent the message that law is equal for everyone.

Emphasis was placed on modernizing Punjab Police. New recruitments were done and special units like ‘Road Safety Force’ were created. Most importantly, the Chief Minister fixed accountability. He gave clear instructions that if law and order deteriorates in any district, the SSP and DC will be personally responsible for it. This strictness has made the police administration more active and accountable than ever before.

Law and order improves only when public trust in police increases. The government established ‘Chief Minister Assistance Centers’, where people can get their problems solved in a time-bound, transparent and effective manner. This has reduced the troubles faced by common people in government offices, which is a big step towards good governance.

The biggest benefit of Mann government’s ‘war on crime’ campaign is going to Punjab’s youth. When the network of gangsters and drugs breaks, youth get a safe and healthy environment. Now they can focus on fulfilling their dreams, rather than being forced to drift towards crime or drugs. It is the government’s foresight that they have opened the path of peace and development for Punjab’s future, that is, the youth.