Bhagwant Mann’s allegation on the third day of ‘Shukrana Yatra’, said – a conspiracy is being hatched to break the brotherhood of Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann gave a big political and social message from Malwa region on the third day of his four-day ‘Shukrana Yatra’. During the programs organized in Bathinda and Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, the Chief Minister made a scathing attack on communal politics and divisive forces without naming any party. He said that efforts are being made to weaken Punjab’s age-old tradition of brotherhood, but the people of the state will never allow such forces to succeed.

Emphasis on brotherhood of Punjab

The Chief Minister said that Punjab has always been identified with shared culture, mutual love and religious harmony. Here people celebrate every festival together and this is the real strength of Punjab. He appealed to the people to remain united against attempts to spread hatred and polarization in the society.

Bhagwant Mann said that Punjab has made maximum sacrifices for the freedom and unity of the country, hence it is wrong to question the patriotism of the people here. He said that Punjabis do not need to take certificate of patriotism from anyone.

Reiterated strict stance on anti-sacrilege law

The Chief Minister described the ‘Jagat Jyoti Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act-2026’ implemented by his government as a historic step. He said that now the culprits in sacrilege cases will be given strict punishment, which includes life imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh.

He clearly said that now no accused will be able to escape punishment by making the excuse of mental illness. Along with this, strict action will also be taken against the conspirators and associates involved in such cases.

Told the purpose of ‘Shukrana Yatra’

The Chief Minister said that this yatra is not being undertaken for any political gain, but to thank God. He said that he is proud that his government got the opportunity to implement such a law which will help in preventing incidents of sacrilege in future.

He told that during the journey he is paying obeisance at many holy places including Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Damdama Sahib, Mastuana Sahib and Sri Fatehgarh Sahib.