CM Bhagwant Singh Mann to meet President on May 5 over Rajya Sabha MP defection; says betrayal of mandate will be raised at highest level
Railway blast under probe; culprits will not be spared: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
No water dispute this year as Haryana uses its share judiciously: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Centre expedites grain movement; 290 special trains deployed to ensure storage for paddy: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
CHANDIGARH, 29th April 2026 (WISHAVWARTA);- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced that the Punjab Government will meet the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on May 5 to raise the issue of what he described as illegal and unlawful defection by seven Rajya Sabha MPs, including six from Punjab, while asserting that such actions amount to a betrayal of the people’s mandate.
During a press conference on Monday, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “We have received confirmation from Rashtrapati Bhawan, and on May 5 we will meet the President of India to raise the issue of illegal and unlawful defection by seven Rajya Sabha MPs, including six from Punjab. These MPs who have disrespected the mandate of the people deserve no mercy as they are the traitors of Punjab and Punjabis.”
He added, “Those who are terming this defection as the order of the day or a tradition are justifying a grave disregard for the people’s verdict. This is unacceptable, and those speaking in such a manner appear to be preparing to shift their allegiance.”
Smooth passage of budget & every bill proves strong mandate; critics must answer on unfulfilled guarantees: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Reaffirming the strength of his government, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Punjab Government enjoys full confidence both inside and outside the Vidhan Sabha, making any demand for a floor test unnecessary. “The budget has been passed smoothly, and every single small or big bill passes the floor test, which clearly reflects that the government is in an absolute majority in the House,” he said.
Taking aim at critics, he added, “Those questioning the rationale of convening the Vidhan Sabha session must first answer for the guarantees fulfilled by the Modi government before raising questions about us.”
Punjab Govt in constant coordination with Union Govt & Ministry of Home Affairs to trace linkages: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Responding to a question on the recent railway track blast incident, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Punjab Government is in constant touch with the Union Government and the Ministry of Home Affairs. “Investigations are underway to establish forward and backward linkages, and the perpetrators of this crime will not be spared,” he asserted.
On the issue of water sharing, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann noted that Haryana has utilised its share of water more judiciously this year, preventing disputes.
Centre expedites grain movement; 290 special trains deployed to ensure storage for paddy: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
He further stated that after his meeting with the Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, the movement of foodgrains from Punjab has been expedited. “It is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that 290 special trains have been deployed to transport grains from the state, ensuring adequate storage space for the upcoming paddy crop,” he said.
