Archive · 30 May 2025
Punjab Village Sarpanch Seeks CM Help for Development
The sarpanch (village head) of Chetan Singh Jouramajra's village complained to the Chief Minister of Punjab about a lack of development.
The village hasn't received funds or attention despite being in the same political party as the government.
They need things like a better school, a library, and a sports ground.
The sarpanch highlighted that the MLA has not helped the village.
The Chief Minister has been asked to sanction funds for development and the situation sparked discussions on the political dynamics and whether villages aligned with certain figures are being sidelined.
Sarpanch of Jouramajra, Chetan Singh Jouramajra's village, appealed to CM Bhagwant Mann for development funds.
The village alleges neglect despite being an AAP stronghold with no development grants sanctioned.
Key demands include upgrading the local school, and establishing a library, stadium, and community center.
The sarpanch highlighted the need for development projects during 'AAP Sarkar Aapke Dwar' programme.
CM instructed officials to take action, sparking discussions about intraparty dynamics.
- Who
- Sarpanch Avatar Singh, CM Bhagwant Mann, MLA Kulwant Singh Baazigar, and villagers of Jouramajra.
- What
- Sarpanch of Jouramajra sought CM's attention regarding lack of development funds and govt apathy.
- When
- Wednesday, during the 'AAP Sarkar Aapke Dwar' programme.
- Where
- Jouramajra village in the Shutrana assembly segment, Patiala district.
- Why
- To address the lack of development and infrastructure in the village despite being an AAP stronghold.
Village Residents
MLA Kulwant Singh Baazigar
Development Funding and Attention
Village Residents
The village requires infrastructure development. Lack of attention has affected the village
MLA Kulwant Singh Baazigar
MLA Kulwant Singh Baazigar did not respond to requests for comment.
- Location
- Jouramajra, Patiala District
- Population
- Approximately 1,500
- Current MLA
- Kulwant Singh Baazigar
- Former Minister
- Chetan Singh Jouramajra
- Main Complaint
- Lack of Development Grants and Visits
- Key Demands
- Upgrade School, Library, Stadium