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Raakhi Jagga
Raakhi Jagga is an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, based in Ludhiana. With over two decades of experience, she is a leading voice on the socio-economic and political pulse of Punjab, particularly the Malwa region. Professional Background Specialization: She is widely known for her extensive on-ground coverage of agrarian distress, the 1971 war history, and the industrial challenges of Ludhiana (often called the Manchester of India). Key Coverage Areas: She has been at the forefront of reporting on the Farmer Protests, the impact of drug addiction on Punjabi youth, and the intricacies of the state's rural governance (Zila Parishads and Panchayats). Reporting Style: Her work often bridges the gap between high-level policy (like the MGNREGA or central farm laws) and their raw, grassroots impact on farmers and small-scale industrialists. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Her reporting in late 2025 has focused heavily on rural elections, administrative controversies, and environmental policy: 1. Rural Governance & Politics "Punjab Zila Parishad polls: How candidates are placed and funding sources" (Dec 11, 2025): A comprehensive "Explained" piece breaking down the mechanics and financial structures of the 2025 rural body elections. "AAP claims win in 78% Punjab zila parishads" (Dec 18, 2025): Detailed reporting on the AAP's dominance in the recent local polls. "Before criticising VB-G RAM G, explain Punjab's MGNREGS work days" (Dec 19, 2025): Covering the political back-and-forth between the BJP and the AAP regarding the state’s employment guarantee performance. 2. Education & Labor Protests "Why experienced teachers in Punjab are protesting against govt-mandated bridge course" (Dec 22, 2025): Reporting on the friction between the state government and veteran educators over new training mandates. "Punjab government cancels recruitment drive for psychologists" (Dec 21, 2025): Investigating the abrupt cancellation of a recruitment drive in favor of outsourcing. 3. Agriculture & Industry "Anti-stubble-burning move backfires: Paddy waste left to rot in Fatehgarh Sahib" (Oct 24, 2025): An investigative report on the failure of supply chains intended to move stubble to biomass power plants. "Punjab farmers forced to buy other products with subsidised urea" (Oct 16, 2025): Detailing the persistent issue of "tagging," where farmers are coerced into buying unwanted products to get essential fertilizers. "Diwali 2025: Amid date confusion, here’s when industries will celebrate" (Oct 18, 2025): A localized report on how Ludhiana's massive industrial sector navigates holiday calendar discrepancies. 4. Crime & High-Profile Incidents "Ex-Punjab IPS officer IG Amar Singh Chahal shoots himself after cyber fraud" (Dec 22, 2025): Covering the tragic fallout of a massive ₹8.10 crore cyber fraud targeting a retired high-ranking...
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Farmers, farm workers hold mega protest in Punjab’s Sangrur, demand land rights, release of arrested leadersSubscriber Only
July 25, 2025 18:02 IST
Sixteen farmer union leaders detained in May were still behind bars, the protesting farmers and farm labourers said on Friday.
Fri, Jul 25, 2025
Will go it alone in next Assembly polls, says Ashwani SharmaSubscriber Only
July 25, 2025 02:05 IST
Says in 2027, the ruling AAP will collapse 'like a pack of cards' as people want change
Fri, Jul 25, 2025
‘AAP leaders not welcome’: Backlash against land pooling gathers momentum in Punjab villagesSubscriber Only
July 24, 2025 15:48 IST
AAP's grassroots workers struggle to defend the Punjab government's land pooling policy as village residents plan several protests.
Thu, Jul 24, 2025
8 drug addicts escape from Govt de-addiction centre in Punjab’s SangrurSubscriber Only
July 23, 2025 13:45 IST
According to the Punjab Police, the inmates of Sangrur de-addiction centre reportedly assaulted the on-duty staff with steel plates during dinner time and fled the facility.
Wed, Jul 23, 2025
‘Not just land, we are fighting for our identity, livelihood’Subscriber Only
July 23, 2025 11:28 IST
Villagers have accused the government of duplicity, questioning why the sale and purchase registration of land has been stopped in villages falling under the scheme if it is truly voluntary as they say.
Wed, Jul 23, 2025
As Sunil Jakhar makes emotive pitch to revive BJP-Akali alliance, mixed reactions from Sukhbir Badal’s partySubscriber Only
July 22, 2025 14:55 IST
The speculation isn’t new — ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, talks of a SAD-BJP revival had gained traction. But the parties eventually decided to contest independently
Tue, Jul 22, 2025
Will Halwara airport push Punjab’s land pooling policy forward?Subscriber Only
July 19, 2025 17:24 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to virtually inaugurate the Halwara airport in Ludhiana district on July 27.
Sat, Jul 19, 2025
Amid row over ‘Sardar Ji 3’, chorus grows within Punjabi film industry against casting Pakistani actorsSubscriber Only
July 18, 2025 17:17 IST
Diljit Dosanjh’s film ‘Sardar Ji 3’ has faced backlash in India over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, stalling the movie’s release.
Fri, Jul 18, 2025
SKM urges all parties to clarify stance on Punjab’s land pooling policy at live-streamed meetingSubscriber Only
July 17, 2025 18:01 IST
The Samyukt Kisan Morcha's all-party meeting on Friday will also focus on Punjab’s water crisis, free trade agreements with the US and other countries, and the deteriorating condition of cooperative societies.
Thu, Jul 17, 2025
After Mattewara textile park, now Punjab villagers up in arms against cement plant projectSubscriber Only
July 16, 2025 20:26 IST
The villagers have outrightly voted against the proposal at a public hearing committee meeting held on July 14 at Talwandi Aklia in which the representatives of the cement plant, Punjab Pollution Control Board took part (PPCB)took part.
Wed, Jul 16, 2025
Ludhiana industrialists slam Punjab govt over erratic power supply in designated industrial areasSubscriber Only
July 14, 2025 15:58 IST
An industrialist suggests the units may move out of Punjab, citing Madhya Pradesh's claim of having received investment proposals worth over Rs 15,000 crore from Ludhiana-based businesses.
Mon, Jul 14, 2025
Bhangra dancer, ‘journalist’, farm leader, ‘dunki racket’ accused – Meet Sukhwinder Singh GillSubscriber Only
July 11, 2025 20:30 IST
Properties linked to Gill, president of BKU (Totewal), were raided on Wednesday following an FIR against him in February. Suspended from the umbrella SKM farmers' union, he alleges “political vendetta”
Fri, Jul 11, 2025
Sanjay Verma murder case: Fazilka police arrest 3 more; main shooters still at largeSubscriber Only
July 11, 2025 19:34 IST
Fazilka SSP Gurmeet Singh said they were seeking police remand of the arrested trio.
Fri, Jul 11, 2025
Sanjay Verma murder case: Political blame game intensifies as shooters remain elusive Subscriber Only
July 10, 2025 16:28 IST
The elder brother of cloth merchant Sanjay Verma has expressed satisfaction over the Punjab Police probe.
Thu, Jul 10, 2025
Punjab activist leading protest against land pooling booked in dispute over plot, alleges political vendettaSubscriber Only
July 09, 2025 20:08 IST
The Jagraon police booked Didar Singh Malak at a time when the farmers' opposition against the land pooling policy is gaining momentum.
Wed, Jul 09, 2025Sanjay Verma murder case: Punjab Police say arrested suspects killed in encounter in AboharSubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 18:04 IST
A senior Punjab Police officer said no prior threat had been reported by the family before Sanjay Verma was shot dead outside his shop in Abohar.
Wed, Jul 09, 2025
‘We pay taxes, generate jobs, yet get no security’: Abohar businessman Sanjay Verma’s family slams govt after brazen murderSubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 13:32 IST
Sources in the Punjab Police said they have identified a suspect from a village in the Fazilka district, and have promised a breakthrough in Sanjay Verma’s murder case “soon”.
Tue, Jul 08, 2025
MP got Rs 15,606-crore investment proposals during session with Punjab industrialists: CMSubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 10:38 IST
Mohan Yadav says nearly 20,275 jobs would be created.
Tue, Jul 08, 2025
Nadda appoints Pathankot MLA Ashwani Sharma as Punjab unit’s working presidentSubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 01:29 IST
His role as state BJP chief was under scanner during his last stint as it was a time when farm laws were passed by the central government, which led to major agitation
Tue, Jul 08, 2025Renowned Abohar businessman Sanjay Verma shot dead outside his store, businesses shut down in protestSubscriber Only
July 07, 2025 15:17 IST
Verma, who was in his 50s, was rushed to the Civil Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. His death sparked panic and protests from residents and traders, leading to the shutdown of markets across Abohar.
Tue, Jul 08, 2025
Punjab’s 2 women loco pilots set a ‘track’ record, pave the way for more to follow suitSubscriber Only
July 05, 2025 19:05 IST
Punjab, with its vast rail network, currently has only two female loco pilots -- Bhupinder Kaur and her colleague Sandhya Shah. Kaur became the first woman in Northern Railway’s Firozpur Division to be elevated to the post of Loco Pilot (Goods), operating goods trains independently across Punjab.
Sat, Jul 05, 2025
Faridkot DSP arrested for ‘attempting to bribe senior officer’ in bid to settle graft caseSubscriber Only
July 04, 2025 13:32 IST
Pragya Jain, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Faridkot, said DSP Rajanpal Singh approached her office and attempted to offer a bribe of Rs 1 lakh through an ASI.
Fri, Jul 04, 2025
Indian Railways adds new long-distance trains to strengthen connectivity in Punjab’s FerozepurSubscriber Only
July 03, 2025 14:17 IST
The Firozpur Railway Division, which manages operations in the border region, plays a pivotal role in strengthening rail connectivity across Punjab and its neighbouring states.
Thu, Jul 03, 2025
Ludhiana villagers oppose Punjab govt’s land pooling scheme for urban expansion, plan protest on MondaySubscriber Only
July 02, 2025 19:15 IST
Residents of Malak, Pona and Aligarh villages have argued that instead of acquiring more prime agricultural land, the Punjab government should focus on clearing pending projects in limbo.
Wed, Jul 02, 2025
After ‘Sardarji 3’ row, spotlight now on ‘Chal Mera Putt 4’ amid backlash over Pakistani actorsSubscriber Only
July 02, 2025 16:30 IST
Pakistani actors Iftikhar Thakur, Nasir Chinyoti, and Akram Udas play prominent roles in Chal Mera Putt 4, alongside Indian leads Amrinder Gill and Simi Chahal.
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