Punjab News: Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the people of Punjab will give another chance to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to continue the development work in the state. He said that due to the clear intentions of the government, work to roads, schools, sewerage system and other basic facilities is being done in the villages.

The Chief Minister addressed the people during the 'Lok Milni' program in Maudan village of Didba assembly constituency. He also handed over a check of Rs 51 lakh for the development works of the village. Mann said that the love and trust of the people is their biggest strength and the aim of the government is to ensure clean governance and progress of Punjab.

Emphasis on employment and sports facilities

Mann claimed that more than 70 thousand government jobs have been provided in the state and more than six lakh employment opportunities have been created through investment. He said that the youth should get better education and employment opportunities in Punjab itself, so that they are not forced to leave their state in search of livelihood.

The Chief Minister said that 3,100 sports grounds are being built in the state to inspire the youth towards sports and to keep them away from drugs. He said that along with developing modern sports facilities in the villages, Punjab is also hosting the Asian Champions Trophy hockey competition.

Target on Akali Dal-BJP alliance

Taking aim at BJP, Congress and Akali Dal, the Chief Minister said that these traditional parties cannot be trusted. He alleged that the Akali Dal was keen on forming an alliance with the BJP. Mann said that if both the parties join hands, the people of Punjab will get the deposits of their candidates confiscated.

He also said that the state government is working to extend the benefits of government schemes to the people through free electricity, better roads, education and health facilities. Mann said that the priority of the government is the development of every village and the well-being of every family.