ATTARI (AMRITSAR), APRIL 18— To bridge the developmental gap in Punjab’s border belt, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday announced a ₹57.80 crore investment to upgrade the road network in Attari. The plan involves the total renovation of 121 roads spanning 137 kilometers, intended to facilitate smoother transport and renewed economic growth for local residents.
The Chief Minister noted that while Attari holds great strategic importance, it remained backward under prior regimes. He asserted that the tax money of people belongs to the state and it is being judiciously spent on the welfare of the people, with funds now flowing back to the public through improved schools, hospitals, and roads. He maintained that the government’s focus remains on education, health, and agriculture rather than mere power-grabbing.
During his address, the Chief Minister drew a sharp contrast between his administration and political rivals. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that in the 2027 elections, voters will choose between three “pens,” describing the AAP’s pen as one that works solely for public service and the creation of “Rangla Punjab.” He affirmed that his government has already provided free electricity to the majority of households and secured thousands of government jobs for the youth.
Regarding the welfare of border-area farmers, the Chief Minister declared that the Government of India has ordered the realignment of fencing closer to the international border following persistent advocacy by the state. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that SDMs have been directed to conduct surveys so that the 300-meter area can be properly demarcated for timely implementation of this decision. This shift is expected to bring hundreds of thousands of acres back into active cultivation, benefiting farmers in Pathankot, Amritsar, and Ferozepur.
