Amit Shah pledges to eradicate synthetic drugs from Punjab by 2029

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the BJP’s Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra in Jalandhar on Wednesday, accusing the state’s Aam Aadmi Party government of enabling the open proliferation of synthetic drugs. He declared that the party will center its upcoming assembly election campaign entirely on achieving a drug-free Punjab.

Editorial·September 30, 2026·reads: 203

Amit Shah pledges to eradicate synthetic drugs from Punjab by 2029

The Home Minister issued a formal commitment to the electorate, vowing that a BJP government would dismantle the chitta trade entirely by December 31, 2029. While acknowledging broader regional concerns such as agricultural stability, industrial growth, and public safety, Shah insisted that the narcotics crisis requires primary political focus. He urged voters to support the party to secure a future for the state’s youth.

Opening his address at the rally, Shah invoked the historical legacy of Punjab, paying tribute to Sikh Gurus and freedom fighters including Bhagat Singh, Udham Singh, and Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He emphasized the state's enduring role in maintaining national food security and its contributions to military defense. Prior to his speech, the minister visited the Shri Devi Talab Mandir as part of his official visit to the city.