Bajwa to PM Modi: Punjab Needs Justice, Not Just Token Relief

Senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Punjab’s issues with concrete action rather than symbolic gestures. His remarks come at a time when farmers, industries, and local communities continue to press for long-term solutions to economic and social challenges. Bajwa stressed that Punjab deserves structural justice, not temporary relief packages.

Punjab has been at the center of several national debates in recent years, from farmers’ protests to concerns about dwindling resources and rising unemployment. Bajwa argued that while announcements of financial aid or relief funds may provide short-term comfort, they do not resolve deeper problems such as declining agricultural productivity, drug abuse among youth, and industrial stagnation.

For the state’s farmers, especially in smaller towns and villages, the demand is for fair pricing, better infrastructure, and policies that support sustainable practices. Token relief, they say, may help for a season but does not secure long-term livelihoods. This sentiment is echoed in Tier-2 cities like Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar, where small businesses also seek consistent policy support rather than one-time benefits.

The call for justice also extends to employment opportunities. Many young people in Punjab migrate abroad due to limited options at home. Bajwa emphasized that real development lies in creating jobs locally, encouraging investment in industries, and addressing the state’s brain drain.

At the same time, the Centre has maintained that it is committed to Punjab’s welfare, pointing to schemes and subsidies already in place. Supporters of the government argue that national-level challenges must be balanced with regional demands. Still, critics insist that Punjab’s unique issues require targeted solutions rather than broad policies.

Bajwa’s statement reflects a growing demand for accountability and long-term planning. For Punjab’s citizens, especially in Tier-2 cities and rural areas, the debate goes beyond politics—it is about securing a stable future. The discussion now shifts to whether the Centre will respond with structural measures or continue relying on symbolic gestures.