Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria flags open firing as major law and order challenge
· India · Indian Express, NDTV
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria stated that the law and order situation in the state is not satisfactory, noting people open fire and shoot even over minor issues. He cited that even minors are involved in such incidents, describing it as a big challenge. Kataria also linked the state's weakened condition to drug addiction, stating only saving the current generation can help Punjab rise again. The remarks were made during a ceremony where he presented the Sat Paul Mittal National Awards 2026 in Ludhiana.
Why it matters
The governor's warning highlights a deteriorating law and order situation in Punjab, where even minors are allegedly involved in firing incidents, raising public safety concerns. His linkage of the drug problem to the state's decline underscores the urgency for administrative action.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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