Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Ranaut's Remarks on Himachal Drug Issue Ignite Political Row
Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut said that drugs are a big problem in her home state, Himachal Pradesh, and that the drugs are coming from Pakistan through Punjab.
She's worried the situation in Himachal will become as bad as in some parts of Punjab, where many people struggle with drug addiction.
The Governor of Himachal also warned about this drug problem.
The finance minister of Punjab, however, disagreed with Kangana, saying that she shouldn't blame Punjab without evidence.
Kangana Ranaut, MP from Mandi, linked drug issues in Himachal to Punjab.
Ranaut stated drugs enter Himachal from Pakistan via Punjab.
Himachal Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla warned of an 'Udta Punjab' situation.
Governor Shukla noted a 340% increase in NDPS Act cases in Himachal.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema criticized Ranaut's remarks.
- Who
- Kangana Ranaut, Shiv Pratap Shukla, and Harpal Singh Cheema.
- What
- A political dispute has emerged concerning drug trafficking and its impact on Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- Recent discussions during the Monsoon Session.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh and Punjab.
- Why
- Ranaut's comments and Shukla's warning highlighted rising drug use in Himachal, sparking debate.
Kangana Ranaut and Himachal Governor's Perspective
Punjab's Perspective
Drug Trafficking Origin
Kangana Ranaut and Himachal Governor's Perspective
Drugs are entering Himachal from Pakistan via Punjab.
Punjab's Perspective
Punjab is being unfairly blamed; other states may have greater issues.
Severity of Drug Problem
Kangana Ranaut and Himachal Governor's Perspective
Himachal could face a drug crisis like some areas of Punjab.
Punjab's Perspective
The severity of drug problems in Himachal vs. Punjab.
- Location
- Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
- Key Figures
- Kangana Ranaut, Shiv Pratap Shukla, Harpal Singh Cheema
- Governor's Warning
- Himachal could become the next "Udta Punjab"
- NDPS Cases Increase
- Over 340% in Himachal since 2012