The Fact News Service
Chandigarh, June 16
Responding to Congress leader Alka Lamba’s statement on the drug issue in Punjab, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sonia Mann countered by saying that the role of the opposition is not just to criticize the government but also to acknowledge and appreciate its good work.
Sonia Mann said that for the first time, a government in Punjab is taking such massive action against drug traffickers. “Anti-drug committees have been formed in every village, and large-scale awareness campaigns are being conducted. This deserves praise, but it is unfortunate that opposition leaders are resorting to petty politics even on an issue like drugs,” she said.
Sonia Mann further added that during Congress’s tenure, several ministers and MLAs were themselves accused of being involved in drug trafficking. “Alka Lamba should say something about that as well, and she should question Punjab Congress President Raja Warring on why he is advocating for opening opium theke, which would only encourage drug use,” she remarked.
She said that the Congress and Akali governments promoted drug use in Punjab by providing political patronage to traffickers. “This resulted in the destruction of thousands of families, with countless parents losing their children and many children becoming orphans. In contrast, the AAP government is taking strict action against drug traffickers, sending them to jail, and demolishing their illegal properties. This has created a significant fear among drug traffickers,” Mann stated.
She urged Congress leaders to support the government’s efforts to rid Punjab of drugs as quickly as possible, instead of politicizing the issue.
