Modi criticizes Punjab government's law and order record during Jalandhar rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Punjab government's handling of law and order during a public rally in Jalandhar on Friday, accusing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration of failing to ensure public safety and protect the state's future.

Addressing the gathering, Modi paid tribute to Punjab, describing it as the land of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He alleged that the state government was attempting to hide the ground reality through extensive advertising, while claiming that the law and order situation had deteriorated across Punjab.

The prime minister said businesses were finding it increasingly difficult to operate in the state and alleged that extortion demands were being made openly. He also claimed that even police stations had come under attack, raising concerns about public safety and security.

Modi further alleged that drug traffickers were operating freely in Punjab and accused the state government of failing to protect young people from drug abuse. His remarks were made during his address as part of his Punjab visit.