Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann addressed a significant media briefing in Sangrur, where he made sharp remarks against the central government. The Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference focused on allegations regarding the alleged misuse of central agencies and rising political tensions between Punjab and the Centre.
Key highlights from Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference
During the Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference, the Chief Minister accused the BJP-led government at the Centre of misusing institutions such as the CBI, Enforcement Directorate (ED), Income Tax Department, and Election Commission for political benefit. He claimed that these agencies are being selectively used against states ruled by opposition parties.
ਅੱਜ ਸੰਗਰੂਰ ਵਿਖੇ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਦੇ ਸਾਥੀਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਇੱਕ ਗੰਭੀਰ ਮੁੱਦੇ ‘ਤੇ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਗੱਲਬਾਤ ਕੀਤੀ। ਕੇਂਦਰ ਦੀ ਭਾਜਪਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਦੇਸ਼ ਦੇ ਸੰਵਿਧਾਨਿਕ ਢਾਂਚੇ ਨਾਲ ਖਿਲਵਾੜ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਭਾਜਪਾ ਲਗਾਤਰ CBI, ED, ਇਨਕਮ ਟੈਕਸ ਅਤੇ ਚੋਣ ਕਮਿਸ਼ਨ ਵਰਗੀਆਂ ਸੰਸਥਾਵਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਸਿਆਸੀ ਫ਼ਾਇਦੇ ਲਈ ਇਸਤੇਮਾਲ ਕਰ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ।
ਆਖ਼ਿਰ ED ਦੇ ਛਾਪੇ… pic.twitter.com/cxQhiIKP2g
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) May 9, 2026
The Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference also raised questions over why ED raids are frequently reported in non-BJP ruled states, calling it a serious concern for democratic functioning.
Allegations of discrimination and political pressure
In the Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference, Mann alleged that Punjab is being unfairly targeted through political pressure and intimidation tactics. He said that attempts are being made to create fear among people in the state through repeated actions of central agencies.
He further stated that Punjab, known as the land of Gurus and Pirs, cannot be weakened by politics of hatred. The Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference emphasized that such strategies will not succeed in dividing the people of the state.
Reference to sacrilege law issue
The Chief Minister also linked the situation to the recent strict law passed against sacrilege incidents. According to the Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference, the move has created political discomfort for certain forces, which is reflected in the ongoing tensions.
Strong message to Centre
Concluding the Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference, he said that his government will continue working with honesty and dedication for the welfare of Punjab. He made it clear that the state will not bow down under pressure and will continue to stand firm.
He ended the Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference with the slogan “Revolution Zindabad,” reinforcing his defiant political stance.
The Bhagwant Mann Sangrur press conference has once again highlighted the growing political confrontation between Punjab and the Centre. His remarks on institutional misuse and alleged discrimination are expected to further intensify the national debate on federalism and governance in India.