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||Parvinder Singh June 25, 2024||

In a recent development that has sparked political controversy in Punjab, BJP National Secretary Manjinder Singh Sirsa has shared a video purportedly showing a young girl under the influence of drugs in Amritsar. The video, which has since gone viral, is being used by Sirsa to criticize the AAP government for its handling of the drug problem in the state.

The footage depicts a girl in apparent distress, struggling to maintain her balance on a public road at night. Sirsa took to social media to share the video, accompanied by a scathing critique of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its leader, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. “This late-night video of Amritsar of a young girl high under drugs shows the failure of AAP Govt! What have you done to Punjab, CM Bhagwant Mann Ji…Punjab’s youth is dying due to Bhagwant Mann’s greed,” Sirsa wrote.

The BJP leader’s statement implies a direct correlation between the governance of the AAP and the rising drug abuse among the youth in Punjab. The video and Sirsa’s comments have ignited a fresh round of debate over the effectiveness of the current government’s policies in combating drug addiction, an issue that has long plagued the state.

The AAP government, which came to power with a promise to eradicate the drug menace, now faces increased scrutiny and criticism from the opposition. This incident is likely to intensify the political discourse around public health and safety in Punjab, bringing the focus back to the administration’s strategies and their implementation on the ground.

As the video circulates widely, it underscores the urgent need for a robust response to drug abuse in Punjab. The incident also raises questions about the broader social and economic factors contributing to the state’s ongoing struggle with narcotics.

The AAP has yet to respond to Sirsa’s allegations and the video. However, the mounting pressure from the opposition suggests that the ruling party will need to address these concerns promptly to maintain public confidence.

This development serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of addressing drug addiction with effective policy measures, community support, and stringent law enforcement. The youth of Punjab, as evidenced by the disturbing footage, remain at the forefront of this battle, making it imperative for political leaders to prioritize and tackle this pressing issue with utmost urgency.

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