Chandigarh, Jan 16 (NationPress) - The President of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Punjab, Sunil Jakhar, asserted on Friday that Bhagwant Mann holds the title of Chief Minister in Punjab, and it is the people who will address his shortcomings. Nevertheless, Punjab's citizens are unlikely to embrace Arvind Kejriwal as the state's 'super CM'.

Under Jakhar's leadership, the BJP organized a protest outside CM Mann's residence to hold the Aam Aadmi Party accountable for its failure to manage the escalating law and order situation, rampant gangsterism, corruption, and the drug crisis plaguing the state.

While addressing supporters, Jakhar mentioned that the BJP aimed to reclaim House No. 50, designated for the CM, from Kejriwal, whom he criticized as the de facto ruler of Punjab. He emphasized that the people desire a Punjabi as their Chief Minister and will not stand for outsiders taking control.

Jakhar pointed out that the BJP's presence was intended to assist Mann in reclaiming his authority, but Mann's actions, including the arrest of party leaders by the police, have only undermined his position.

He warned that the average person in Punjab is currently unsafe, with a prevailing 'gangster raj'.

“There is no security for life and property. Development initiatives are on hold, and corruption is at an all-time high,” he stated.

In a sardonic remark, Jakhar reminded CM Mann that the populace elected him, not Kejriwal, and urged him to step up, fulfill his responsibilities, and prioritize Punjab.

He added that while Delhi leaders will eventually depart, Mann will be left to respond to Punjab. Jakhar urged Mann to defend his dignity and not allow Punjab's honor to be compromised by Delhi's leaders.

Continuing his critique, he claimed that the BJP is genuinely assisting Mann in removing Kejriwal from Punjab.

Jakhar noted that since Delhi leaders like Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Satyendar Jain began visiting Punjab frequently, the state's law and order situation has deteriorated significantly.

He remarked that for four years, this government has used emotional issues to divert attention from its failures, preventing scrutiny of real problems.

He reminded the CM that the people of Punjab have ousted two governments over sacrilege issues, and despite four years elapsed, no progress has been made on the promises made by CM Mann regarding this matter.

He highlighted that the government had initiated a 'war on drugs' for three months last year, yet drug abuse continues to rise.

By launching a second phase and expressing distrust in the police, the government has openly admitted to its inadequacies, concluded Jakhar.