Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has proceeded on a week-long health and wellness programme at a private healthcare facility in Bengaluru. Official sources confirmed that he left early this morning and is scheduled to return next week.
Special Vidhan Sabha session decision postponed
The decision on convening a special Vidhan Sabha session this month will be taken only after the Chief Minister's return, according to sources. The session, which was being discussed for legislative business, will now be decided upon next week.
Mann's absence comes amid ongoing political activities in the state. The exact nature of the health programme has not been disclosed, but it is described as a wellness initiative.
Background and context
Bhagwant Mann, who leads the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, has been in office since March 2022. This is his first known extended leave for a health programme since taking office. The state government has not named an officiating chief minister during his absence, but administrative machinery continues to function as usual.
Political observers note that the timing of the leave coincides with a relatively calm period in state politics, with no major crises reported. The opposition has not commented on the development.
