Rana Sodhi Leads Delegation to Submit Memorandum to Home Minister, Pushes for Border Area Development
Ferozepur, March 31, 2026: A delegation led by senior BJP leader Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting key issues concerning Punjab’s border regions. BJP National President Nitin Nabin was also present during the meeting.
The central leaders assured the delegation that the concerns raised would be examined seriously and that the development of border areas would be given priority. Nitin Nabin also expressed his intent to visit Punjab soon.
The delegation included Anish Sidana, Hansa Singh Comrade, Puran Chand, Baba Balwinder Singh, Davinder Singh Jang, and Purshotam Kumar, representing various communities and political backgrounds.
Highlighting Punjab’s strategic importance, Rana Sodhi stated that the state is not only a border region but also a crucial pillar of national and food security. He emphasised that the holistic development of border areas is directly linked to national interest.
Key demands in the memorandum focused on farmers, infrastructure, and employment. The delegation urged the government to grant ownership rights to farmers cultivating land beyond the defence wire and zero line to ensure security and stability.
They also demanded the upgradation of the Ferozepur–Fazilka road into a four-lane national highway and the reopening of the Hussainiwala check post with proper security arrangements to boost trade and local employment.
Concerns over recurring floods led to demands for stronger embankments, while a bridge connecting Khundar Ghat to Ferozepur city was also proposed. Additionally, the delegation stressed promoting industries in border areas and called for introducing a Vande Bharat Express connecting Fazilka to New Delhi via Sri Muktsar Sahib and Bathinda.