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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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2017 Bathinda blast: One year on, victims await justice, seek reimbursement of medical billsSubscriber Only
January 31, 2018 01:00 IST
Seven persons, including five kids, had died, while 25 were injured in the blast.
Wed, Jan 31, 2018
DSP shoots himself dead during students’ stirSubscriber Only
January 30, 2018 11:04 IST
Student protesters to be booked for abetment to suicide, reason behind Baljinder Singh Sandhu’s sudden action still unclear
Tue, Jan 30, 2018
Gangster Vicky Gounder cremated amid tight security in PunjabSubscriber Only
January 29, 2018 04:32 IST
Gounder’s father Mehal Singh and mother Balwant Kaur were not in a position to talk. Despite being named as a gangster, people in thousands came for his cremation.
Mon, Jan 29, 2018
No plans to charge farmers for tubewell power: ManpreetSubscriber Only
January 26, 2018 02:10 IST
Currently, the Punjab government directly pays power bills for tubewells owned by farmers to the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), which amounts to nearly Rs 6,000 crore per annum for nearly 14 lakh tubewells in the state
Fri, Jan 26, 2018
Ludhiana: City councillors rush to wrap up pending works ahead of MC pollsSubscriber Only
January 25, 2018 01:49 IST
Banners and posters have come up across the city greeting people about Lohri, Maghi, Republic Day and featuring party leaders seeking tickets from those wards.
Thu, Jan 25, 2018
Farmers’ protest continues on Day 2 despite rainSubscriber Only
January 24, 2018 09:04 IST
Sukhdev Singh Kokrikalan, state general secretary of BKU(Ugrahan) said, “We continued our dharnas despite rains. Our members were sitting inside the tents thus giving a message to administration about our grudges.”
Wed, Jan 24, 2018
Sangrur village mourns its son martyred in J&KSubscriber Only
January 21, 2018 10:06 IST
Mandeep was posted with the 22 Sikh Regiment. His mortal remains will arrive in the village on Sunday.
Sun, Jan 21, 2018
Two more black bucks die in Abohar sanctuarySubscriber Only
January 18, 2018 02:36 IST
The latest incident happened in village Khairpur. Ashok Bishnoi, wildlife officer of Abohar, said they had sent a team of doctors for treatment of animals, but both died by Wednesday early morning during treatment.
Thu, Jan 18, 2018
‘Assault’ by VHP workers: Woman refuses to go back to parents, sent to protective homeSubscriber Only
January 16, 2018 10:07 IST
The woman had left her house on January 10 along with Kaleem and on January 13, they had gone to Bhagpat in UP to get their marriage registered in court.
Tue, Jan 16, 2018
SAD’s political conference: From Maghi Mela, Sukhbir vows to bounce back in 2019 Lok Sabha pollsSubscriber Only
January 15, 2018 01:00 IST
Attacks Congress government, says farm loan waiver a farce.
Mon, Jan 15, 2018
Maghi Mela: Congress, AAP have no plan, SAD gears up for conferenceSubscriber Only
January 12, 2018 15:03 IST
Maghi Mela is organised to remember the sacrifice of 40 Sikh martyrs (Chalis Mukte) who had died fighting the Mughal army in 1705.
Fri, Jan 12, 2018
In Punjab loan waiver list: Congress leaders, their kin, and a Rs 3 surpriseSubscriber Only
January 11, 2018 05:53 IST
The beneficiaries at centre of farmer union protests.
Thu, Jan 11, 2018
Man, aides held for murder bid on his wifeSubscriber Only
January 11, 2018 01:23 IST
According to the police, Sandeep Singh (24), who married Rompu (26) on February 14, 2017, hatched a conspiracy to kill his wife and make it look like a case of robbery and murder.
Thu, Jan 11, 2018
Punjab: Farm labourers take out rally, demand loan waiverSubscriber Only
January 09, 2018 10:02 IST
Farm labourers, including women, demanded that loan waiver for khet mazdoors should be done first.
Tue, Jan 09, 2018
Something better than nothing: Punjab farmersSubscriber Only
January 08, 2018 12:29 IST
In the first phase, loans of farmers having outstanding loans in cooperative societies are being waived. They say the burden has lessened but not gone altogether.
Mon, Jan 08, 2018
Punjab Chief Minister rolls out debt waiver, attacks farmer unions for ‘spreading lies’Subscriber Only
January 08, 2018 12:18 IST
AAP, BKU members organise separate protests, call debt waiver scheme an eyewash.
Mon, Jan 08, 2018
Punjab CM to kick off debt waiver exercise at Mansa todaySubscriber Only
January 07, 2018 00:13 IST
Though the total number of beneficiaries was pegged at 10.25 lakh by the government, only 5.63 lakh farmers have been identified so far for the purpose.
Sun, Jan 07, 2018
Fire at Ludhiana garments factory, no casualtySubscriber Only
December 30, 2017 08:09 IST
After the last month’s fire at the polymers factory, firemen have been instructed not to enter a building on fire for the first 45 minutes and instead douse the flames from outside
Sat, Dec 30, 2017
Punjab: Three held for duping 36 farmers of Rs 1.57 croreSubscriber Only
December 27, 2017 09:54 IST
The accused have been identified as Satnam Singh, a commission agent, Star Khan and Harvinder Babbu.
Wed, Dec 27, 2017
Number of wards in Ludhiana MC increased from 75 to 95Subscriber Only
December 24, 2017 12:03 IST
While polls have been held for other municipal corporations in the state, elections in Ludhiana are likely to be held in late January or early February next year.
Sun, Dec 24, 2017
Thermal pant closure: Employees block Bathinda state highway, to hold gate rally todaySubscriber Only
December 22, 2017 01:32 IST
POWER MINISTER Rana Gurjit Singh on Thursday justified closure of four units of Bathinda and two units of Ropar thermal plant as he said that no employee will be retrenched and they will be adjusted within the department.
Fri, Dec 22, 2017
Guru Nanak Dev Thermal Plant shut down: Staff up in arms, plan protest todaySubscriber Only
December 21, 2017 02:32 IST
There are a total of 950 regular employees and another 850 on contract at the thermal plant which is spread over 2000 acres, which includes a residential colony for the employees.
Thu, Dec 21, 2017
Abohar sanctuary: Stray dogs attack, injure two cowsSubscriber Only
December 19, 2017 06:12 IST
On Sunday night, stray dogs attacked two Neel Gai (Blue Bulls) in Gillu and Bahadurkhera villages.
Tue, Dec 19, 2017
Punjab Civic Polls: Independents emerge as kingmakers in Sangrur, MansaSubscriber Only
December 18, 2017 00:45 IST
Meanwhile, the Nagar Council of Cheema in Sangrur polled 92.22 per cent votes and out of 12 wards, 11 were won by Independents, while only one was won by a Congress candidate.
Mon, Dec 18, 2017
Stray dogs kill five black bucks at Abohar sanctuarySubscriber Only
December 18, 2017 00:10 IST
In a similar incident on September 13, three black bucks, one of them pregnant, were killed by stray dogs.
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