Punjab Reels: Heroin Bust, Holiday Honour, and Highway Havoc
Sangrur police made a significant breakthrough in the fight against narcotics on July 29, 2025, arresting two individuals and seizing more than a kilogram of heroin. The bust is expected to disrupt a major drug supply network operating in the region.
Meanwhile, the state government announced a public holiday on July 31, 2025, to commemorate the life and sacrifice of Shaheed Udham Singh. A road will also be renamed in his honour.
In other news, the Punjab government raised the retirement age for medical faculty to 65 years, aiming to retain experienced professionals within the healthcare system.
However, the state also witnessed law and order challenges. Sixty individuals were booked for obstructing a highway, leading to significant traffic disruptions. Tragically, a labourer lost his life in a separate road accident on the same highway.
The incidents highlight the contrasting realities facing Punjab – progress in some areas juxtaposed with persistent challenges in others. The ongoing drug menace and need for improved road safety remain pressing concerns demanding immediate attention from the state administration.
