Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann meets Gadkari and Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Delhi to discuss highways, farmers’ issues and state development projects.

• Punjab Infrastructure, Highway Projects and Farmers’ Concerns Likely to Dominate Meetings

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann arrived in Delhi on Wednesday for a series of important meetings with senior Union ministers. The visit is being viewed as a significant move aimed at addressing Punjab’s pending development projects, infrastructure expansion, and agriculture-related concerns.

According to official information, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to meet Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari at 1 PM. The meeting is expected to focus on national highway projects in Punjab, road infrastructure expansion, and several pending development works linked to connectivity and transport.

ਅੱਜ ਦਿੱਲੀ ਵਿਖੇ ਸੜਕ ਅਤੇ ਟਰਾਂਸਪੋਰਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਸ੍ਹੀ ਨਿਤਿਨ ਗਡਕਰੀ ..ਖ਼ੁਰਾਕ ਸਪਲਾਈ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਪ੍ਹਲਾਦ ਜੋਸ਼ੀ ਅਤੇ ਖੇਤੀਬਾੜੀ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਸ਼ਿਵਰਾਜ ਚੌਹਾਨ ਜੀ ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਕੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਜਾਇਜ਼ ਮੰਗਾਂ ਸੰਬੰਧੀ ਕੇਂਦਰ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਗੱਲਬਾਤ ਕੀਤੀ ਜਾਵੇਗੀ..

— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) May 13, 2026

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Sources indicate that the Punjab government may push for faster approvals and additional support for major road and infrastructure projects that have been awaiting clearance from the Centre. Improved transport networks remain a key priority for the state government to strengthen trade, industry, and regional connectivity.

Later in the afternoon, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will hold discussions with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan regarding important agriculture and farmer-related matters.

Agriculture and Crop Procurement Issues on Agenda

The meeting with the Agriculture Minister is expected to cover a wide range of issues connected to Punjab’s farming sector. Discussions may include crop procurement policies, Minimum Support Price (MSP), participation in central agricultural schemes, and additional assistance for farmers in the state.

Punjab is one of India’s leading agricultural states, and farming continues to play a major role in its economy. Officials believe the Chief Minister may also raise concerns related to farmer welfare, agricultural funding, and policy support from the Centre.

Apart from infrastructure and agriculture, the Punjab government is also likely to seek financial cooperation for several ongoing development initiatives. Sources suggest that pending matters related to state funding and public infrastructure could also be discussed during the meetings.

Focus on Strengthening Centre-State Coordination

Political observers consider the Delhi visit an important step toward improving coordination between the Punjab government and the central administration. The discussions are expected to help both sides work together on development goals and address issues affecting the state’s economy and farmers.

Following the meetings, the Punjab government is likely to release further details regarding the key decisions and outcomes of the discussions held in Delhi.

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