With eye on poll, BJP to begin ‘drug-free Punjab’ drive amid row over Dalit villager’s death
- Posted on September 11, 2026
- By The Hindu
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The BJP has initiated the 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras' campaign to address the escalating drug crisis in Punjab ahead of upcoming elections. This comprehensive anti-narcotics initiative aims to mobilize communities and implement preventive measures across multiple districts. However, the campaign's launch coincides with growing public scrutiny following allegations surrounding a Dalit villager's death, raising questions about the government's handling of sensitive social issues and its broader commitment to equitable governance in the region.
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