Jalandhar, Oct. 19 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticised the Punjab government over the growing drug menace in the state, expressing concern about the impact of substance abuse on young people and their families. Speaking in Jalandhar, Saini also referred to the murder of Parvinder Singh Gota and emphasised the need to address the drug problem beyond political differences.

When asked about the murder of Parvinder Singh Gota in Punjab and the continuing issue of drug abuse, Saini criticised the state government's functioning and questioned its approach to tackling the problem.

Taking a dig at the Punjab government, the Haryana Chief Minister said, "The government was formed on lies and jokes. Jokes don't work; it's the w...