Mansa, Oct 20: Union Home Minister Amit Shah shared profound sorrow on Tuesday after completing targeted visits across Gurdaspur, Mansa, and Sangrur to engage with family members of individuals who lost their lives to drug-related incidents. Addressing representatives in Ludhiana following his multi-district tour, the central official expressed deep emotional resonance over the personal losses conveyed by local households affected by illegal substance distribution.
During his address, the Home Minister offered sharp observations regarding current regional administration efforts, maintaining that local governance structures have struggled to halt the expansion of illegal trade across the state. The central leader reiterated a firm commitment to citizens, asserting that federal initiatives remain aligned toward completely eradicating drug networks by December 31, 2029. Following his press interaction, the official was scheduled to participate in traditional Dussehra festivities at the Daresi grounds in Ludhiana.