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Aug 25, 2023 8:01 PM - Connect News

Punjab Governor warns CM Mann of President's Rule and taking legal action

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The Governor's letter to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann states that instead of providing the information sought by him, Mann has insulted the former by making unnecessary comments. (Photo: Bhagwant Mann's Facebook Page)

Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit has written a letter to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

He has given an ultimatum to Mann that if the other letters including this letter are not answered immediately, then he will recommend the imposition of President's rule in the state and will be forced to take legal action against the CM.

The Governor's letter to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann states that instead of providing the information sought by him, Mann has insulted the former by making unnecessary comments.

The Governor had written this letter to Bhagwant Mann on August 15 which has now come to light.

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