India, March 26 -- Punjab's Aam Aadmi Party government is facing criticism from its own lawmaker, with Dharamkot MLA Devinderjeet Singh Laddi Dhose on Tuesday comparing the health facilities in Moga district with that of Pakistan.

Laddi Dhose alleged "step-motherly" treatment to Moga, citing a lack of health-related facilities in the district.

"Why is there discrimination against Moga? I feel like we are living in Pakistan," PTI quoted Dhose as saying in the state assembly.

Health has been a primary promise of the Bhagwant Mann government, with the chief minister vowing to establish world-class health facilities in the state on the 'Delhi model'.

The MLA later clarified his remarks, saying that the party leaders have always encouraged...