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BJP vows to make Punjab drug‑free by Dec 31 2029 with public support
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:46 PM
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The Bharatiya Janata Party pledged to achieve a drug‑free Punjab by the end of 2029, emphasizing community involvement in the effort.
New Delhi – The Bharatiya Janata Party announced a concrete target to eliminate illicit drug use in Punjab by December 31, 2029. The party said the goal will be pursued through coordinated actions involving law‑enforcement agencies, rehabilitation centres, and widespread public awareness campaigns.
Party officials highlighted that the pledge reflects growing public concern over the drug menace that has affected youth and families across the state. They outlined plans to strengthen border checks, increase funding for de‑addiction facilities, and launch school‑based education programmes.
The BJP called on citizens, community leaders, and NGOs to join the initiative, stressing that lasting change requires collective effort. The party pledged regular monitoring and periodic reporting to assess progress toward the 2029 deadline.
While the pledge marks a political commitment, experts note that sustained funding, inter‑state cooperation, and robust enforcement will be critical to achieving a drug‑free Punjab.
The announcement comes ahead of upcoming state elections, positioning the drug‑free agenda as a key element of the party's outreach in the region.
Party officials highlighted that the pledge reflects growing public concern over the drug menace that has affected youth and families across the state. They outlined plans to strengthen border checks, increase funding for de‑addiction facilities, and launch school‑based education programmes.
The BJP called on citizens, community leaders, and NGOs to join the initiative, stressing that lasting change requires collective effort. The party pledged regular monitoring and periodic reporting to assess progress toward the 2029 deadline.
While the pledge marks a political commitment, experts note that sustained funding, inter‑state cooperation, and robust enforcement will be critical to achieving a drug‑free Punjab.
The announcement comes ahead of upcoming state elections, positioning the drug‑free agenda as a key element of the party's outreach in the region.