Over 25,800 complaints resolved since 2022; Minister assures transparent and time-bound redressal of grievances
Mohali, 24 June : Punjab NRI Affairs Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh on wednesday reaffirmed the Punjab Government’s commitment to addressing the concerns of Non-Resident Punjabis in a transparent, fair and time-bound manner. He said the state government is making consistent efforts to ensure that grievances faced by Punjabis living abroad are resolved promptly and effectively.
Addressing the gathering during the ‘NRI Milni-2026’ organised at Amity University in Mohali, the minister said that the purpose of the special programme was to directly hear the grievances of Non-Resident Punjabis and facilitate immediate action by the concerned departments.
A large number of NRIs from the districts of SAS Nagar (Mohali), Rupnagar, Patiala and Fatehgarh Sahib participated in the event. Senior officials from various departments, including Secretary NRI Affairs Mohammad Tayyab, ADGP NRI Wing R.K. Jaiswal, Commissioner Patiala Division and Chairman NRI Sabha Jalandhar Viney Bublani, Special Secretary NRI Affairs Amandeep Kaur, Deputy Commissioner SAS Nagar Komal Mittal and SSP Rupnagar Maninder Singh, were also present.
Interacting with the media, Dr. Ravjot Singh said that Punjabis settled abroad have maintained a strong connection with their roots, culture and heritage while making significant contributions globally. He said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, every NRI-related matter is being handled with fairness and transparency.
The minister informed that between January 2022 and May 2026, the NRI Affairs Department received 26,828 complaints, out of which 25,870 cases have already been resolved. During the same period, 1,187 FIRs were registered and 1,451 accused were arrested.
He said these figures reflect the government’s commitment to protecting the interests of Non-Resident Punjabis and ensuring timely justice. According to the minister, most complaints received from NRIs relate to property disputes, illegal occupation of land, documentation issues and matrimonial disputes.
Dr. Ravjot Singh further stated that every year the department receives around 5,000 to 6,000 complaints, many of which are resolved either through mutual settlements or legal procedures. He added that cases pending for a long time are being personally monitored to ensure their early disposal.
Responding to a question regarding cases of fraudulent marriages, forged documents and misuse of work permits or permanent residency processes in Canada, the minister termed the issue serious and of national importance. He said that although such matters fall under the jurisdiction of Parliament, the Punjab Government is actively addressing these concerns and will strongly represent Punjab’s interests before the Union Government to seek a permanent solution.
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