CHANDIGARH, APRIL 26 — To prepare for the upcoming monsoon, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has ordered the immediate completion of desilting and drain cleaning across Punjab. Chairing a review with top officials and Rajya Sabha MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal, the Chief Minister stated that the “People’s Government” is dedicated to protecting citizens from the threat of floods through timely intervention and infrastructure strengthening.
The Chief Minister asserted that regular maintenance of rivers and drains is essential for state safety. He stated that the cleaning of the Kala Sanghian Drain and the Buddha Nullah must proceed with increased urgency. According to the Chief Minister, the discharge of waste into these water bodies will be monitored with a heavy hand, and accountability will be fixed for any department failing to prevent the entry of polluted water into the state’s natural resources.
During the session, CM Mann mentioned that several water flow issues, including those caused by culverts on the Jalandhar National Highway, must be resolved through technical adjustments. He affirmed that the administration is working to release specific water volumes from the Bist Doab Canal to assist in cleaning local drains. He declared that these efforts, combined with the stone lining work already completed, will significantly improve the state’s water management capacity.
The Chief Minister also declared that the Dhussi Bundh Road Project, valued at ₹117.75 crore, will be pursued with federal support to ensure long-term protection along the Satluj River. He maintained that significant improvements in the state’s water infrastructure will be visible shortly, as the government remains focused on executing these projects with transparency and efficiency.
