Chandigarh, March 11, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab’s Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur strongly condemned the derogatory remarks made by Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira regarding women who welcomed the Punjab Government’s decision to provide monthly financial assistance.
Addressing the media outside the Assembly, Dr. Baljit Kaur said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has presented a special and people-centric budget on the occasion of International Women’s Day, prioritizing the dignity and economic empowerment of women. She said the announcement to provide ₹1500 per month to women is a historic step aimed at improving their standard of living and strengthening their financial independence.
Expressing shock over Khaira’s remarks, the Cabinet Minister said it is extremely unfortunate to question the dignity and capability of women who felt happy about this initiative. She asked whether women from poor families or those celebrating such assistance are not capable of giving birth to brave sons.
“Punjab’s brave sons have never been born only in wealthy homes. Many of them were raised by poor but courageous mothers who struggled through hardships and sacrifices, yet gave the state its greatest heroes,” Dr. Baljit Kaur said.
The Minister added that such remarks not only insult women but also undermine the legacy of Punjab’s brave sons who came from humble backgrounds.
Taking a strong dig at the Congress party, Dr. Baljit Kaur said it should also remember painful chapters of history, including the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, when countless brave sons of Punjab became victims. She said the Congress must introspect before making irresponsible statements that hurt the sentiments of women and the people of Punjab.
Dr. Baljit Kaur further said the Punjab Government has always respected welfare schemes meant for women, regardless of which party introduced them. Whether it is free bus travel for women or other welfare initiatives, the government has never opposed or discontinued any scheme that benefits women.
She said the recent remarks clearly show that the opposition is unable to tolerate the pro-people initiatives of the Mann Government and has now started targeting women instead of questioning the government.
The Minister asserted that women across Punjab are strongly condemning such statements. She warned that the voices of women will continue to rise until those making such anti-women remarks are held accountable.
Dr. Baljit Kaur urged the Congress party to clarify its stand and apologize to the women of Punjab for the insensitive remarks made by its leader.
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