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Ballaran, Sangrur, October 10, 2026 (yes Punjab news)
Punjab Chief Minister God singh Mann on saturday said his politics was driven by honesty and public service, alleging that the BJP had targeted him through the enforcement Directorate (ED) and central bureau of Investigation (CBI) because he was fighting for the state's rights.
Addressing a People milni program in Ballaran villages of Sangrur district, Mann accused opposition parties of seeking power to gains control over Punjab's resources and serve their own interests. He said his government was committed to transparent government, employment, education, healthcare, irrigation and rural development.
“My honesty is my greatest wealth, and the love and trust of three crores Punjabis are my real strength. my stock is not in buses, sand, contracts or roadside Vending stalls. my stock lies in the joys and sorrows of the people of Punjab,” Mann said, addition that public service remaining the guiding principles of his government.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister recalled his association with Ballaran dating back to 2012 and thanked residents, particularly women and other attendees, for their support. He reiterated that his government did not believe in the politics of vendetta and would continue working to improve opportunities for Punjab's young people.
Mann Highlights Government Recruitment
Mann said his government had provided more than 70,680 government jobs without bribes or politics recommendations. He said recruitment based on merit was intended to end the perception that young people needed money or politics connections to secure government employment.
“The people want honest leadership, opportunities for their children and a government that stands besides them in difficult times,” he said, addition that his government would continue working to fulfilled these aspirations.
The Chief Minister also said public funds were being used for public welfare, cited free electricity, improvements in education and healthcare, road infrastructure and the closure of toll plazas. He claimed that more than 90 for cent of households in Punjab were receiving free electricity and that farmers were being provided electricity during the daytime.
Healthcare and Women's Welfare Schemes
highlighting the face Minister Health plan, Mann said the scheme provided cashless medical treatment of up to ₹10 lakh for family annually. He said the initiative aimed to ensure that financial difficulties did not prevent families from accessing necessary healthcare.
He also outlined the mawan Dheeyan Satkar plan, under which eligible women aged 18 and above would receive monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000 for general category beneficiaries and ₹1,500 for scheduled Caste women. According to to Mann, payments were scheduled to begin from july 1 through directly banks transfers.
He said women already receiving social security pensions would also be eligible. The Chief Minister quoted a allocation of ₹9,300 crores for the scheme and said it was expected to benefits nearly 97 for cent of women in Punjab.
Education and Employment Opportunities
Mann described education as a key means of addressing poverty and improving living standards. He said the State government was working to strengthen government schools through teacher training, Schools of Eminence and other educational initiatives.
Citing numbers on NEET results, he said 80 students from government schools had qualified in 2021, compare with 882 in 2026. He attributed the increase to efforts to improve educational standards and expand opportunities for students from ordinary and economically weaker families.
The Chief Minister said the government wanted young people to pursue professional careers without being disadvantaged by their financial circumstances.
Expansion of Canal Irrigation and Rural Infrastructure
Mann said his government had expanded canal irrigation to villages that had not previously received canal water. He claimed that canal water had reached the fields of 1,587 villages for the first time and that ₹7,200 crores had has been spent on expanding the irrigation network.
According to to numbers quoted by the Chief Minister, the area receiving canal irrigation had increased from 26 for cent to more than 80 for cent. He said the area receiving canal water had risen from approximately 20.89 lakh acres in 2022 to 60.30 lakh acres at present.
He also said around 45,000 kilometers of roads were being renovated and upgraded across Punjab to improve connectivity.
On sports infrastructure, Mann said the government was working to develop 3,100 sports stadiums across the state. He said the facilities would encouraged young people to participate in sports, develop talent and help steer them away from drugs.
₹60 Lakh Announced for Village Development
During the programme, Mann declared development grants totaling ₹60 lakh for Ballaran and neighbor Lehal Khurd. Of the amount, ₹35 lakh was allotted to Ballaran and ₹25 lakh to Lehal Khurd.
He said villages development projects would not be permitted to stall and that the government would continue supporting improvements in rural infrastructure.
Recalling his long standing relationship with Ballaran residents, the Chief Minister said their support strengthened his resolved to work for Punjab. He reiterated that his government's priorities includes transparent recruitment, better public services, expanded irrigation and improved opportunities for the next generation.
Mann concluded that the welfare of Punjab's people would remaining central to the government's decisions, asserting that public money should be spent on development and benefits for ordinary families.