Congress to Hold Insaf Rally in Sangrur on November 4, Demands Accountability from Punjab Government

Sangrur, October 29 (Daily Kiran) : The Punjab Congress is set to hold an ‘Insaf Rally’ in Sangrur on November 4, aimed at demanding accountability from the state government. Party president Paragat Singh emphasized that the rally’s central question will be, “When will Punjab receive justice?” He also called for a review of the past four and a half years of governance.

Singh’s comments come in the wake of a significant legal development involving former minister Bikram Singh Majithia of the Shiromani Akali Dal. The Mohali court recently received a supplementary charge sheet comprising 40,000 pages against him, addressing issues of corruption and alleged drug money. Singh remarked that merely sweeping problems under the rug will not lead to solutions, highlighting a growing distrust among the public towards both the police and the government.

“The name of the rally is ‘Insaf Rally.’ We will raise pressing issues such as law and order, the drug crisis, and the struggles faced by farmers,” Singh stated. He expressed concern over the ongoing suspension of purchases and anticipated shortages of fertilizers in the near future.

Singh urged the government to stop focusing on superficial narratives and instead confront real issues. “If we make mistakes, we should be held accountable too. I am open to criticism,” he added.

He anticipates a turnout of at least 125,000 participants at the rally, emphasizing the importance of proper timing and organization. “We are finalizing the schedule to ensure everything runs smoothly, given the expected number of attendees,” he said.

Addressing the issue of stubble burning, Singh acknowledged the pollution concerns but stressed the need for support for farmers. He questioned the effectiveness of management strategies implemented during the rice harvest season, which often seem to fall short.

Furthermore, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau’s recent actions against Majithia highlight the ongoing challenges of addressing corruption and restoring public trust. Singh concluded that real solutions will only emerge when issues are tackled at their roots, rather than being ignored.