NEW DELHI: A political storm has erupted in Punjab following Chief Minister Bhagwant Mannโs stern warning to Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa over his alleged remarks about the presence of โ50 bombsโ in the state.
#FLASH: Punjab Govt warns @PartapBajwa over bomb claims
CM says Congress leader must reveal locations of โ50 bombsโ or face police action for spreading panic and misinformation.
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Mann demanded that Bajwa and the Congress party specify the locations of these bombs, cautioning that failure to do so would prompt police action against Bajwa for disseminating false information and inciting public fear.โ
The controversy stems from Bajwaโs purported statements suggesting a significant security threat in Punjab. In response, CM Mann took to social media, asserting that such claims without substantiation are tantamount to spreading terror and misinformation. He emphasized the gravity of making such allegations and the potential consequences under the law.โ
Bajwa, serving as the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, has not publicly detailed the basis for his claims.
However, he has previously criticized the Mann-led administration for its handling of law and order, suggesting that the stateโs security apparatus is under strain. In a recent statement, Bajwa refrained from disclosing his sources, citing the sensitivity of intelligence information, but maintained that his concerns are rooted in credible inputs. โ
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has condemned Bajwaโs remarks, labeling them as irresponsible and potentially damaging to public trust in the stateโs security. AAP representatives have called for Bajwa to either substantiate his claims with concrete evidence or issue a public apology for causing undue alarm. โ
This incident adds to the ongoing friction between the ruling AAP and the Congress party in Punjab.
Bajwa has been a vocal critic of the Mann government, accusing it of administrative failures and alleging internal dissent within AAP ranks. Conversely, AAP leaders have dismissed these accusations, asserting the unity and stability of their party. โ
As the situation develops, the Punjab government has not confirmed any specific security threats corresponding to Bajwaโs claims. Law enforcement agencies continue to monitor the situation, and the public is urged to rely on official channels for information regarding state security.
