Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Punjab Governor Announces Anti-Drug Movement
On Republic Day, Punjab's Governor, Gulab Chand Kataria, gave a speech in Fazilka.
He wore a saffron turban and talked about how Punjab has improved in many areas.
He announced a special walk called a 'pada yatra' to fight against drugs.
This walk will start in Fazilka and go through two other places.
The Governor said that drug problems have decreased but need more effort from everyone.
He also mentioned how the Indian Army has become stronger and how Punjab has done well in sports, education, and health.
He praised the people of Fazilka for their bravery and help during wars and floods.
He also congratulated five Punjab personalities who received Padma awards.
Governor Gulab Chand Kataria announced a four-day anti-drug foot march starting February 8, 2025, from Fazilka to Tarn Taran.
He highlighted Punjab's achievements, including free electricity for 90% of domestic consumers and health cover up to Rs 10 lakh for all families.
Kataria praised India's military strength and recent achievements, such as neutralising cross-border missiles and winning sports tournaments.
He mentioned Punjab's top ranking in the National Achievement Survey 2024 and initiatives like sending teachers abroad for training.
The Governor paid tribute to the soldiers and people of Punjab for their bravery during wars and floods.
- Who
- Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria
- What
- Announced an anti-drug foot march and highlighted Punjab's achievements
- When
- During the 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2025
- Where
- Fazilka, a border district of Punjab
- Why
- To spread awareness and combat drug abuse in Punjab
- Event
- Republic Day speech in Fazilka
- Announcement
- Anti-drug foot march from February 8-11
- Route
- Fazilka to Ferozepur to Tarn Taran
- Drug Seizures
- Reduced cross-border drug supply via drones
- Punjab Achievements
- 90% domestic consumers receive free electricity
- Health Initiative
- Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana for Rs 10 lakh health cover
- Education
- Punjab ranked first in National Achievement Survey 2024
- Military Operations
- Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev conducted
- Padma Awardees
- Dharmendra, Sant Niranjan Dass, Inderjit Singh Sidhu, Baldev Singh, Harmanpreet Kaur
Sources
Saffron turban, campaign against drugs: Governor Gulab Chand Kataria’s Republic Day message from Fazilka
Punjabis feed nation, fought in freedom struggle but repeatedly denied dues: CM Bhagwant Mann in Republic Day speech
Republic Day: Punjab guv calls for youth-driven movement against drugs
Republic Day: LG Kavinder Gupta hails Ladakh’s patriotism
