How green corridors are becoming lifelines for patients across Noida-NCR
A journey that would ordinarily be measured in traffic signals and minutes was reduced to a race against time: A donor heart travelled nearly 20 kilometres from Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad to a hospital in Noida in just 16 minutes, as traffic police cleared the way for the ambulance carrying it. The heart, donated by a woman in Chandigarh, was flown to Hindon Airport by air ambulance before being transported by road to Fortis Hospital in Sector 62, where it was successfully transplanted into a 62-year-old patient, officials said. Noida DCP (Traffic) Abhay Kumar Mishra told PTI that the green corridor was created between Ghaziabad and Sector 62, with traffic regulated along the route to minimise interruptions on September 9. A green corridor spanning approximately 20 kilometres was set up from Ghaziabad to Noida Sector 62. At 2 pm, the heart was transported from Hindon Airport by ambulance and, travelling by road, reached Fortis Hospital in Sector 62 in 16 minutes, Mishra said. Th
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He added that the initiative would eventually expand to 10 other cities in Punjab.
10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup begins in Leh
Leh, Ladakh: The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 is being held at the NDS Indoor Stadium in Leh, bringing together Pencak Silat athletes, coaches, officials, team managers and sports administrators from across the country. More than 850 athletes and participants are taking part in the national championship, which has emerged as a major sporting gathering in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Teams from various States, Union Territories and Paramilitary Forces are participating in the championship. The event also features more than 100 technical and federation officials and State/UT representatives, along with over 70 coaches and team managers. The opening ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena as the chief guest. Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Bhanu Prabha; Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh Shashanka Ala; Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh Tsering Paldan; Additional Deputy Commissioner to the Lieutenant Governor Shekh Aadil; President, Indian Pencak Silat Federation; President, Ladakh Pencak Silat Association; and District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Leh, will also be present. The championship has brought together sporting delegations from Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, CISF, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, ITBP, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, SSB, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The participation of State and UT teams along with Paramilitary Forces has added diversity to the championship, bringing athletes from different sporting backgrounds onto one national platform. Besides athletes, the championship includes technical officials, federation representatives, coaches, team managers, referees, judges, delegation representatives and members of the organising and support teams. The event has brought together more than 1,000 athletes, officials, coaches, managers, representatives and other sporting stakeholders. Hosting a national-level Pencak Silat championship in Leh at the high altitude of the Himalayas gives the event a distinctive setting. The championship provides athletes from across India an opportunity to compete at the national level while also experiencing the culture and hospitality of Ladakh. The event also highlights Ladakh's potential to host major sporting competitions and provides a platform for promoting sports and sporting activities in the region. The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 brings together athletes and sporting delegations from different regions of the country on a common platform. With more than 850 participants, 100 technical officials and representatives, and over 70 coaches and team managers, the championship provides a significant platform for Pencak Silat athletes to compete and showcase their skills.
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Punjab: Police seize 17 kg heroin, three arrested
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 19 (IANS) In its third major strike within four days, Punjab Polices Counter Intelligence (CI) Amritsar has busted another cross-border narcotics smuggling module with the arrest of three key operatives and recovered 17 kg of heroin from their possession, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said on Saturday. Police identified the arrested as Prince, Malkit Singh, and Rajinder Singh, all residents of Kot Mit Singh in Amritsar. Apart from recovering 17 kg of heroin, police teams also impounded a car used for transporting the contraband. With this seizure, CI Amritsar has pushed the total recovery of heroin to 54 kg in four days, having previously recovered consignments of 27 kg and 10 kg. DGP Yadav said preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were allegedly operating in coordination with cross-border smugglers and receiving heroin consignments for further supply. Sharing operational details, he said CI Amritsar teams had received specific input that three operatives of the smuggling module had received a drone-dropped consignment and were expected to strike a major drug deal beneath the flyover on the Amritsar-Tarn Taran road. Acting promptly, police established a checkpoint and intercepted their car near the park by the flyover. During the search, 17 kg of heroin was recovered. The DGP said further investigation is underway to establish complete forward and backward linkages in the case, identify other persons involved, and dismantle the wider cross-border narcotics network. Earlier, on September 16, four persons were held with 27 kg of heroin and a foreign-made .30 bore PX5 pistol with three cartridges. On September 18, one person was held with 10 kg of heroin.
NCB secures conviction of 3 in 16.5 kg interstate charas trafficking case
NCB has secured the conviction of three people in a 2018 interstate charas trafficking case involving the seizure of 16.5 kg of the drug near Chandigarh. Two accused were sentenced to 12 years in prison, while the third received a one-year sentence.
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Fight decisive battle against drugs: Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Punjabis
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 19 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday called on the people of Punjab to fight a decisive battle against drugs. Punjab is currently going through a serious drug crisis. Drugs have devastated many families and ruined the lives and futures of numerous young people, Chouhan said in a video message posted on X. Under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slogan Eradicate Drugs, the party is organising the Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra across Punjab. The campaign began on September 18 in Madhopur, Pathankot. As part of the campaign, yatras are being taken out from four locations. After offering prayers at Takht Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo, Chouhan and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will flag off the fourth yatra on September 21. Expressing concern over the drug crisis ahead of his Punjab visit, Chouhan said the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab had failed badly in addressing the problem. He said the time had now come for the people of Punjab to wage a decisive battle against drugs. With this objective, the BJP is organising its Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra from September 18 to September 30. Appealing to the people of Punjab, Chouhan said, My sisters and brothers of Punjab, elders, sons and daughters, come forward and participate in this yatra in large numbers to make Punjab drug-free. Let us fight a decisive battle against drugs so that Punjab can be made drug-free. Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday flagged off the second Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra from Fatehgarh Sahib town. She said, When Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann came to power in Punjab, they promised to eliminate drugs from the state within three months. The deadline was extended, first by three months and then by four months, and has now been extended six times. A government that keeps giving new deadlines cannot be expected to eradicate drugs. Gupta added that the 13-day yatra would become a campaign to free Punjab from the AAP government. Before launching the yatra, she paid obeisance at a historic gurdwara located on the sacred land that witnessed the martyrdom of the younger Sahibzadas of Guru Gobind Singh.
NCB secures conviction of three in interstate Charas trafficking case
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 19 (IANS) The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has secured the conviction of three persons in an interstate Charas trafficking case involving the seizure of 16.5 kg of the contraband near the Himachal Pradesh-Chandigarh border, officials said on Saturday. The case dates back to December 18, 2018, when a team of the NCB's Chandigarh Zonal Unit intercepted a Hyundai Verna near Khuda Lahora Bridge in Chandigarh and recovered 16.5 kg of Charas in connection with NCB Crime No. 49/2018. Two accused, Joginder Singh, a resident of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, and Anil Kumar, a resident of Mandi district, were arrested from the spot. During the investigation, the role of a third accused, Raj Kumar alias Raju, also from Kullu district, came to light. According to the NCB, investigations revealed that Raj Kumar, acting in concert with the other accused, was part of a network supplying Charas to major cities including Mumbai, Goa, Bengaluru and Chennai. The seized consignment was allegedly destined for Mumbai for further distribution to other locations. Raj Kumar was arrested on December 20, 2018. During searches at his residence in Bhuntar, Himachal Pradesh, NCB officials recovered an additional 80 grams of Charas. The NCB filed a complaint under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, before the Special Judge, NDPS Court, Chandigarh, on June 12, 2019. Upon conclusion of the trial, the court, in its judgment dated September 15, convicted all three accused. Joginder Singh and Anil Kumar were sentenced to 12 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 1 lakh each, while Raj Kumar alias Raju was awarded one year's rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 10,000. The NCB said the conviction reflects its continued efforts to combat drug trafficking through sustained investigation and prosecution. The agency reiterated its commitment to curbing narcotics smuggling and advancing the government's vision of a drug-free India. The Bureau also appealed to the public to report narcotics-related activities through the MANAS National Helpline (1933), assuring strict confidentiality of informants' identities.
Selection Committee Has Made Up Its Mind: Aakash Chopra On Rishabh Pant's Omission From ODIs
T20 World Cup: Aakash Chopra believes the Indian selectors have made up their mind about Rishabh Pants immediate future in white-ball cricket, with the wicketkeeper-batter left out of the ODI squad for the upcoming West Indies series despite being named captain of the Rest of India side for the Irani Cup. Speaking ahead of the three-match series, Chopra pointed to the contrasting roles handed to Pant across formats, saying India continue to see him as an important player in Test cricket while his position in the ODI setup appears to have changed. Rishabh Pant is a very strange and very unique case. While he is playing Test cricket and is a very important member of the red-ball side, he was stripped of his vice-captaincy duties there as well. But in ODI cricket, without playing, hes been bid goodbye, Chopra told Jio Star. At the same time, he has been made the captain of the Rest of India (ROI), which also tells you that, with respect to red-ball cricket, they are very serious about Rishabh playing a huge role in the longer format. But for white-ball cricket, as of now, I think this selection committee has made up its mind, he added. Pant, who was never a permanent member of the 50-over squad, has played just one ODI in the past four years. He was also out of the T20I team after the 2024 T20 World Cup victory. Pants omission from the ODI squad comes as India begin their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Shubman Gill will lead the side against the West Indies, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have also been included in the 15-member squad. Dhruv Jurel is among the wicketkeeping options in the ODI side, while KL Rahul has been appointed vice-captain in place of Shreyas Iyer, who will be part of Indias Asian Games campaign. Chopra also highlighted the competition for places in Indias wider ODI group as the team looks to build depth ahead of the World Cup. You have to think about who you can take along as reserves for the World Cup. So, there will be a toss-up here between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad, who are both part of this team, and whenever theyve played, theyve scored a lot of runs. So, Im looking at an opportunity opening up for one of these two, Chopra said. Chopra also highlighted the competition for places in Indias wider ODI group as the team looks to build depth ahead of the World Cup. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The three-match ODI series against the West Indies begins in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, followed by matches in Guwahati on September 30 and New Chandigarh on October 3. Article Source: IANS
Selection committee has made up its mind: Aakash Chopra on Pant's omission from ODIs
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Aakash Chopra believes the Indian selectors have made up their mind about Rishabh Pants immediate future in white-ball cricket, with the wicketkeeper-batter left out of the ODI squad for the upcoming West Indies series despite being named captain of the Rest of India side for the Irani Cup. Speaking ahead of the three-match series, Chopra pointed to the contrasting roles handed to Pant across formats, saying India continue to see him as an important player in Test cricket while his position in the ODI setup appears to have changed. Rishabh Pant is a very strange and very unique case. While he is playing Test cricket and is a very important member of the red-ball side, he was stripped of his vice-captaincy duties there as well. But in ODI cricket, without playing, hes been bid goodbye, Chopra told Jio Star. At the same time, he has been made the captain of the Rest of India (ROI), which also tells you that, with respect to red-ball cricket, they are very serious about Rishabh playing a huge role in the longer format. But for white-ball cricket, as of now, I think this selection committee has made up its mind, he added. Pant, who was never a permanent member of the 50-over squad, has played just one ODI in the past four years. He was also out of the T20I team after the 2024 T20 World Cup victory. Pants omission from the ODI squad comes as India begin their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Shubman Gill will lead the side against the West Indies, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have also been included in the 15-member squad. Dhruv Jurel is among the wicketkeeping options in the ODI side, while KL Rahul has been appointed vice-captain in place of Shreyas Iyer, who will be part of Indias Asian Games campaign. Chopra also highlighted the competition for places in Indias wider ODI group as the team looks to build depth ahead of the World Cup. You have to think about who you can take along as reserves for the World Cup. So, there will be a toss-up here between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad, who are both part of this team, and whenever theyve played, theyve scored a lot of runs. So, Im looking at an opportunity opening up for one of these two, Chopra said. Auqib Nabi has been travelling with the team for some time now but isnt getting a chance to play in the XI. If he gets his opportunity, Ill be quite excited to see him perform, he added. The three-match ODI series against the West Indies begins in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, followed by matches in Guwahati on September 30 and New Chandigarh on October 3.
Only Expectation From Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli Is To Keep Scoring Runs: Aakash Chopra
ODI World Cup: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes the only expectation from Indian batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies is for the two experienced campaigners to keep scoring runs, with the 2027 ODI World Cup now less than a year away. Speaking ahead of the three-match series, Chopra said Rohit and Kohlis experience could be crucial for India as they build towards the next World Cup in South Africa. The World Cup is just one year away now, and I know that if Rohit and Kohli get in, theyll score runs, win you matches, and possibly win you trophies. So, looking at it from this perspective, the only expectation from Rohit and Kohli is just this: keep scoring runs, Chopra told Jio Star. Rohit and Kohli have both been named in Indias 15-member ODI squad for the three-match home series against the West Indies, with Shubman Gill set to lead the side. KL Rahul has been appointed vice-captain, replacing Shreyas Iyer, who will be part of Indias Asian Games campaign. Chopra also backed the overall composition of the ODI squad, pointing to the changes made due to player availability and the inclusion of Dhruv Jurel as second wicket-keeper. With the available players, you try and make the most of what you have. The biggest change you notice is that KL Rahul has been made vice-captain in place of Shreyas Iyer because Shreyas Iyer will be at the Asian Games. There was certainly a question mark over Rishabh Pant, but I also liked Dhruv Jurels selection. So, considering all of that, a very good team has been picked, and full marks to the Indian team selectors, he said. Ravindra Jadeja has also returned to the ODI setup, while Nitish Kumar Reddy has been brought into the ODI squad after being withdrawn from Indias Asian Games contingent. Chopra feels the all-rounders position will be another area to watch closely as India continue to assess their options ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Ravindra Jadeja has also returned to the ODI setup, while Nitish Kumar Reddy has been brought into the ODI squad after being withdrawn from Indias Asian Games contingent. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The ODI series will begin in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, with the second match in Guwahati on September 30 and the third in Chandigarh on October 3. Article Source: IANS
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Delhi-NCR likely to stay mostly dry; air quality remains in satisfactory category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Delhi and most parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) are likely to experience predominantly dry weather on Saturday, with no major spell of heavy rain forecast for New Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and several other areas, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather agency has forecast partly cloudy skies over Delhi, with the maximum temperature expected to remain between 34 degrees celsius and 36 degrees celsius. The minimum temperature is likely to settle in the range of 22 degrees celsius to 24 degrees celsius. The forecast comes at a time when the Southwest Monsoon is showing signs of retreat from northwest India. According to the IMD, atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for the withdrawal of the monsoon from some parts of West Rajasthan on Saturday. However, Delhi is expected to continue witnessing largely dry conditions in the immediate forecast period. For New Delhi, the IMD has predicted partly cloudy skies and has issued no weather warning. The wider Delhi region is also expected to remain free of significant rainfall, with temperatures staying within the forecast range. Some parts of the NCR could, however, see isolated changes in weather. Gurugram is likely to remain partly cloudy, with the possibility of one or two spells of rain or thundershowers during the day. No warning has been issued for the city. Meanwhile, several districts of Maharashtra, including Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara, Dhule, Jalgaon and Nandurbar, are expected to receive rainfall on Saturday. Rain is also likely in areas including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nanded, Latur, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Jalna and Osmanabad. The IMD has forecast scattered monsoon showers and thunderstorms over Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab and West Rajasthan on Saturday. East Uttar Pradesh may also experience similar conditions on Saturday and Sunday. Himachal Pradesh is likely to receive isolated rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms through September 24. Central India is also expected to remain active weather-wise. West Madhya Pradesh and East Madhya Pradesh may witness fairly widespread to widespread rainfall along with thunderstorms on Saturday. Chhattisgarh could also receive fairly widespread rainfall, with thunderstorms and lightning in several areas. In southern and coastal regions, Kerala, Mahe and Lakshadweep are likely to experience fairly widespread rainfall through September 24. Parts of Karnataka may also see similar conditions during the period. North Interior Karnataka, South Interior Karnataka and Telangana are likely to receive rainfall on Saturday . Coastal Andhra Pradesh may witness isolated to scattered rainfall between Saturday and Sunday. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the satisfactory category. CRRI Mathura Road (131), Burari Crossing (99), North Campus DU (125), IGI Airport (T3) (102), Pusa (89), Aya Nagar (75), Shadipur (79), ITO (88), DTU (94), R K Puram (128), Ashok Vihar (91), Dwarka-Sector 8 (116), Narela (120), Rohini (107), Chandni Chowk (98), and IIT Delhi (131).
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Starting September 22, Rakesh Trehan, popularly known as Raja D King, will host a special iPhone distribution event in Chandigarh. Selected participants from Chandigarh and Mohali will have the chance to receive one of ten iPhones during this live event. To qualify, individuals must post 'Jai Mata Di' each day. This initiative follows Trehan's previous successful 'petrol langar' event that drew significant crowds.
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Ravneet Bittu claims his convoy attacked near Batala, accuses AAP workers
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 18 (IANS) BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu on Friday alleged that his cavalcade was attacked near Batala in Punjab while he was on his way to Pathankot to participate in the launch of the party's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra'. Bittu claimed that a group of people surrounded his convoy, hurled eggs and tomatoes, and damaged the windows of escort vehicles. He also alleged that some of those involved were carrying weapons. The incident reportedly took place on the Amritsar-Pathankot highway. State BJP President Kewal Dhillon strongly condemned the attack on Bittu. Even before the Nasha Mukt Yatra could begin, the Aam Aadmi Party has become rattled, Dhillon wrote on X. Today, before the yatra commenced, AAP workers attacked the convoy of Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Union Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu. Eggs and tomatoes were thrown at the vehicles in his convoy, and the windows of the vehicles were smashed. I strongly condemn this attack, he wrote. At the same time, he warned Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party national convener Arvind Kejriwal that the BJPs soldiers will not be intimidated by such cowardly acts carried out by you and your drug mafia. We will take our fight against drugs to its logical conclusion. I also urge the Punjab DGP to take immediate action against those responsible. Instead of functioning like AAP volunteers, the Punjab Police should perform its role as a professional police force, the BJP state chief added. In a video, Bittu alleged that a group of more than 200 people surrounded and disrupted his cavalcade, pelting his vehicles with stones and eggs. He claimed that those involved were supporters of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and alleged that some police personnel were facilitating the confrontation. He said such incidents are a grave threat to democracy and the safety of political leaders.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces 8% dearness allowance for employees
Amid the festive season, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a significant 8 per cent increase in dearness allowance (DA).Employee unions met with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh on Friday and reached an agreement on the pending dearness allowance (DA). Afterwards, the government decided to increase the DA by eight per cent.
Ayushmann Khurrana gives a glimpse of his September with Sitambar Ka Sama photo dump
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actor and singer Ayushmann Khurrana has shared a glimpse of his September through a photo dump, which he captioned Sitambar Ka Sama. Taking to his social media account, Ayushmann shared a series of pictures capturing different moments from the month. The carousel opens with the actor posing casually in a sleeveless black T-shirt and denims. Another picture shows him sitting barefoot with a cup of tea and the book Gunahon Ka Devta placed beside him. The actor also shared a mirror selfie in a white T-shirt and denims, while another click features him seated with a guitar. In another frame, Ayushmann is seen dressed in a sharp grey checkered suit, holding a vintage camera. The post dump concludes with a night-time view of the city skyline and the moon. The post also gives a glimpse into Ayushmann's love for music, books, photography and fashion. On the professional front, Ayushmann began his entertainment journey on television. He won the second season of MTV Roadies in 2004 before working as a radio jockey and later as a video jockey and television host. He then made his Bollywood debut with Shoojit Sircar's Vicky Donor in 2012. He went on to feature in films including Nautanki Saala!, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, Andhadhun, Badhaai Ho, Article 15, Dream Girl, Bala, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, Doctor G, An Action Hero and Dream Girl 2. His most recent theatrical release is Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, directed by Mudassar Aziz and co-starring Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi and Rakul Preet Singh, it released on May 15, 2026. Ayushmann is now gearing up for Udta Teer, a spy comedy co-starring Sara Ali Khan. The film, directed by Akash A Kaushik, is scheduled to release in cinemas on October 9, 2026. He will also be seen in Sooraj Barjatya's Yeh Prem Mol Liya, with Sharvari, which is scheduled for release in November 2026.
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Punjab BJP to launch four anti-drug marches across state today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 18 (IANS) To bring the issue of drug abuse into sharper focus in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and Opposition parties trading accusations over the government's handling of the issue, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will launch four statewide marches against drug abuse in the state from Friday. The marches will cover all 117 Assembly constituencies before culminating in a rally later this month, which will be addressed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras will begin from four locations between September 18 and 21 and collectively cover about 4,000 km, according to the Punjab BJP. BJP national President Nitin Nabin will flag off the first march from Ekta Sthal at Madhopur in Pathankot district on Friday. The march will pass through constituencies in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Kapurthala and Jalandhar before reaching its destination. The second yatra will begin on September 19 from Fatehgarh Sahib and will be flagged off by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta after she pays obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Jyoti Saroop Sahib, Punjab BJP general secretary and yatra in-charge Rajesh Bagha said. It will travel through parts of Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mohali, Ropar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr and Phagwara before concluding in Jalandhar. The third yatra will start on September 20 from the Sadiki border in Fazilka, near the Asafwala 1971 War Memorial, with Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal scheduled to flag it off. It will cover constituencies in Fazilka, Muktsar, Bathinda, Faridkot, Moga, Ludhiana and Malerkotla. The fourth march will begin on September 21 from Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will flag it off. That route will cover Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, Sangrur and Patiala districts before heading towards Jalandhar. All four yatras are scheduled to converge in Jalandhar on September 30, when the BJP will hold a public rally addressed by HM Shah. The BJP has described the campaign as an effort to build public awareness against drug abuse. Party leaders have also raised concerns about law and order and corruption in Punjab as part of their wider political messaging.
