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Punjab CM Mann says country became ‘vishwachela’ under Modi, not ‘vishwaguru’
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of allowing the White House to influence India’s decisions, claiming the country has become ‘vishwachela’ instead of ‘vishwaguru’ in Sangrur. He spoke about the Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026, criticised Centre’s economic policies, and alleged misuse of ED raids, while a Gurmat body felicitated him.
Why It Matters
The remarks highlight tensions between Punjab’s leadership and the central government, touching on sovereignty, economic policy, and safeguarding religious sentiments amid ongoing security concerns in West Asia.
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Punjab residents organizing thanksgiving prayers after enactment of the act
May 11, 2026
Mann stated that people from across Punjab were organizing thanksgiving prayers following the enactment of the Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026.
Granthi Sabha felicitates Mann for the anti-sacrilege law
May 11, 2026
The Baba Budha Ji International Gurmat Granthi Sabha felicitated Chief Minister Mann with a siropa, praising the enactment of the stringent anti-sacrilege legislation and saying it provides justice and reassurance to the Sikh community.
Mann says ED raids are politically motivated to intimidate opponents
May 11, 2026
The chief minister alleged that ED raids in Punjab are being misused by the Union government to arm-twist political opponents, reducing the agency to a tool for threatening leaders and suppressing democracy.
Mann criticizes Centre’s economic policies and warns on India-US trade pact
May 11, 2026
He countered Centre claims of Make in India, argued that allowing FDI in the defence sector weakened national interests, and cautioned that the proposed India-US trade agreement could damage Indian agriculture and harm farmers.
Mann attends Sangrur Gurdwara ceremony, expresses gratitude for Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act
May 11, 2026
The chief minister was in Sangrur, joining the congregation at Gurdwara Jyotisar Sahib to offer prayers and express gratitude for getting the opportunity to enact the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026.
Mann slams Modi, claims White House influence over Indian decisions; calls country ‘vishwachela’
May 11, 2026
In Sangrur, Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann told media that the strings of the country are being controlled by the White House and major decisions are taken only after its consent, using the term ‘vishwachela’ instead of ‘vishwaguru’. He also criticized the PM as the “master of jumlas.”
PM Modi urges citizens to save fuel, avoid gold purchases and work from home amid West Asia crisis
May 11, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to save fuel, avoid gold purchases and work from home in response to the ongoing crisis in West Asia.