Himachal Pradesh is witnessing an unprecedented surge in criminal activities, with opposition heavyweight Jayaram Thakur squarely blaming Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s leadership. In a fiery speech delivered to enthusiastic crowds, Thakur warned that the state has descended into ‘mafia raj,’ where law enforcement appears powerless against organized crime.
Detailing a series of alarming events, Thakur highlighted how extortionists are targeting shopkeepers and transporters, while illegal encroachments flourish unchecked. ‘Under Sukhu’s watch, criminals feel invincible because they know the government won’t touch them,’ he asserted. He criticized the police for selective enforcement, claiming that only opposition voices face harassment while real threats go scot-free.
Thakur linked this breakdown to the Congress government’s misplaced priorities, from internal party feuds to controversial policy decisions that have eroded public trust. He called for immediate reforms, including a special task force to dismantle mafia networks and restore order. ‘The people of Himachal deserve better than living in fear,’ he emphasized.
The controversy has ignited statewide discussions, with social media buzzing over crime videos and citizen complaints. While the ruling party counters by touting development achievements, Thakur’s offensive has struck a chord in rural areas plagued by insecurity. As political temperatures rise ahead of key electoral battles, the Sukhu administration faces mounting pressure to reclaim control over the state’s law and order machinery.