Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Faces Airport Detention: AAP Claims Political Pressure

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann faced a three-hour detention at Delhi airport upon returning from Paris, along with a hefty fine. The AAP has raised concerns about political interference, linking the incident to the Centre's refusal to allow Mann's foreign trips and alleged financial withholding. This situation has sparked accusations of the central government creating obstacles to Punjab's progress. Read on to discover more about this unfolding political drama.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 20, 2026, 23:22 IST

Incident at Delhi Airport

Chandigarh: On Sunday, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) reported that Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was held at the Delhi airport for three hours after returning from Paris and was fined Rs 50,000. Officials allegedly mentioned that this action was due to "tremendous pressure from above."

The reasons behind Mann's detention and the fine were not disclosed by the party.

Baltej Pannu, the media in-charge for Punjab AAP, suggested that this incident is linked to the Centre's ongoing refusal to grant Mann permission for international travel, as well as the alleged withholding of funds for Punjab and the management of farmers' protests.

He accused the central government of deliberately creating hurdles that impede Punjab's development.