Moga, Feb. 17 -- Projecting its anti-drug campaign as one of the key political planks ahead of the 2027 assembly elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government on Monday launched phase two of the Yudh Nashian Virudh at a rally in Moga.

In his address, chief minister Bhagwant Mann said that since the launch of the state government's crusade against drugs on March 1, 2025, the drive has gained massive public support and the AAP is demolishing the cartel effectively and paving the way towards achieving the mission 'Rangla Punjab'.

"Initially, people were sceptical (about the drive against narcotics), but gradually, their faith strengthened, and we are achieving a mega success. It is the people's trust that has empowered us to act firmly. ...