Reacting to the arrest of former Congress MLA from Ferozepur Rural Satkar Kaur in a drugs case, AAP said that it is another example of how deeply these parties are involved with the drug smugglers. Satkar Kaur is currently in the BJP, so the AAP also called out the BJP to act on this matter.
In a statement released to the media, AAP senior spokesperson Neel Garg condemned the role of opposition parties, Congress, BJP, and Akali Dal, in perpetuating drug smuggling in Punjab. He emphasized, “The roots of drug trafficking got deep in Punjab, and these parties have turned a blind eye to the destruction caused by addiction.”
Garg highlighted the recent arrest of former MLA Satkar Kaur, linking her to drug dealings. He asserted that these political figures have historically provided shelter to drug traffickers, undermining efforts to combat addiction in the state. “This is not just a political issue; it’s about the future of our youth,” he stated.
He criticized the opposition for prioritizing political gain over public welfare, claiming they are more focused on defaming the Punjab government rather than addressing the drug crisis. “It’s time for these parties to stop their blame game and take responsibility for their past actions,” Garg urged.
Garg also acknowledged the proactive measures taken by the AAP government, which has prioritising drug de-addiction and rehabilitation, and has actively sought to dismantle drug supply chains. “We have worked tirelessly to protect our youth from the grip of drugs, while the opposition remains silent,” he concluded.