Rajinder Gupta calls on Amit Shah, offers support for drug-free Punjab by 2029
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, October 16, 2026: Rajya Sabha MP and Trident Group founder Rajinder Gupta met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi to discuss Punjab’s development priorities, economic growth and employment opportunities.
Gupta welcomed Shah’s announcement to make India, particularly Punjab, drug-free by 2029 and assured his support for the initiative. He also pledged to contribute to the BJP’s mission of making Punjab drug-free.
The meeting focused on Punjab’s economic revival, attracting investment, strengthening infrastructure and creating employment opportunities for young people. Both sides exchanged views on the state’s development priorities and the importance of coordination between the Centre and the state.
The meeting was Gupta’s first with Shah since joining the BJP parliamentary party.