Punjab Launches Fourth Edition of State Sports Meet to Combat Drug Menace

The Punjab government has announced the fourth edition of its flagship sports event 'Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan' as part of its anti-drug strategy. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is spearheading the initiative, which aims to channel the energy of young people in the state toward athletics and away from substance abuse. The program positions sports participation as a social tool to address Punjab's long-standing drug problem among youth. By engaging young residents through competitive sports, the government hopes to create a healthier and more productive generation across the state.