New Delhi: Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney has raised concerns over Punjab’s law-and-order situation, pointing to the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa, attacks resulting in the deaths of five policemen in 2026, and 24 reported grenade attacks on security establishments over the past two years.
In a statement shared on social media, Sahney alleged that organised drug networks may have penetrated sections of the police system. He cited a case in which a police constable was allegedly caught carrying 15 kilograms of heroin, arguing that the incident raised serious questions about accountability and the ability of enforcement agencies to tackle drug trafficking.
Sahney called for decisive action to address drug trafficking, gangster-related violence and threats to public safety. He also referred to the BJP-led central government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, saying that Punjab needed stronger action against organised crime and security threats.
The MP said Punjab deserved a future free from drugs and gangster violence, with greater public safety, investment and employment opportunities. His remarks place renewed attention on the state government’s responsibility to strengthen policing, investigate criminal networks and ensure accountability wherever evidence establishes misconduct.
The figures and allegations cited in Sahney’s statement require verification against official police records and independent reporting. The circumstances surrounding Jhota’s killing, the reported attacks on police personnel and security establishments, and the alleged involvement of a police constable in a heroin case remain important matters for transparent investigation and public scrutiny.
Key question: What concrete steps will Punjab’s authorities take to protect citizens, dismantle drug networks and restore public confidence in law enforcement?