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Bhagwant Mann skips PM Modi Jalandhar event after Chandigarh reception
The Indian Express··18 Jul
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann skipped PM Modi function in Jalandhar on July 18 though he received Modi in Chandigarh as per protocol. AAP said the event turned into a political platform against the state government. Modi inaugurated redeveloped Jalandhar Cantt railway station and projects worth over Rs 5,470 crore. Punjab has pressed for Rs 10,000 crore pending dues.
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What It Means For You
- Punjab Centre relations affect release of pending financial dues to the state.
- Political friction may intensify ahead of early 2027 assembly elections.
- Infrastructure projects worth Rs 5,470 crore were inaugurated in Jalandhar.
What's Happening
- CM Bhagwant Mann skipped PM Modi Jalandhar event on July 18.
- Mann received Modi in Chandigarh earlier fulfilling protocol.
- Modi inaugurated railway and road projects worth over Rs 5,470 crore.
Adaptive Context
- Punjab is pressing for over Rs 10,000 crore in pending RDF dues.
- AAP said Modi used the official event for political attacks.
- Punjab assembly elections are due early next year.
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