Malerkotla, Aug. 8 -- In a major pre-election announcement, Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring declared on Saturday that a future Congress government in the state will roll out the 'Punjab Da Ret Haq' Scheme following the 2027 assembly elections, making legally sourced sand completely free of cost for genuine household and public construction needs.

Unveiling the vision during a press address, Warring stated that the initiative is designed to turn Punjab's natural wealth into a direct, tangible benefit for ordinary citizens rather than allowing resources to enrich a select few.

"Sand is not a luxury. It is needed to build a house, repair a home, construct a school, build a road, lay a drain and create infrastructure....