Punjab Current Affairs Today (Latest Updates)
1️⃣ Punjab Assembly Budget Session Begins
The **Punjab Legislative Assembly budget session** has started and will continue from **March 6 to March 16, 2026**. The session begins with the Governor’s address and is expected to include intense debates between the ruling government and opposition parties.
Key highlights expected:
* Presentation of the **Punjab Budget 2026-27*** Discussion on **law and order issues**
2️⃣ ₹1,000 Monthly Allowance for Women Likely
The **Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government** is expected to announce a **₹1,000 monthly allowance for women** during the upcoming budget presentation. The announcement may come around **International Women’s Day** as part of the government’s welfare initiatives.
This scheme was one of the major **election promises** made by the government. ---3️⃣ Opposition Raises Concern Over Punjab’s Rising Debt
Opposition parties have demanded a **white paper on Punjab’s financial condition**, claiming the state’s debt has crossed **₹4 lakh crore** and could rise further by the end of the financial year.
Opposition leaders have criticized the government for: * Heavy borrowing* Lack of major infrastructure projects
* Increasing financial pressure on the state. ---4️⃣ Punjab Govt Launches ₹400 Crore School Digitalisation Plan
The state government has announced a **₹400 crore plan to modernize government schools**.Key features include:
* Installation of **smart panels in classrooms*** Setting up **computer labs**
* Expanding digital learning infrastructure.The initiative aims to improve the **quality of education and digital learning in Punjab schools**.
---5️⃣ Punjab Govt Helps Citizens Return From Middle East
The Punjab government has deployed senior officials and set up coordination systems to help **Punjabis stranded in the conflict-affected Middle East** return safely to the state.
The government is monitoring the situation and assisting citizens with travel arrangements and support. ---6️⃣ New Recruitment Opportunities in Punjab
The **Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB)** has announced new **Group-D recruitment notifications** for government jobs in the state. ([Adda247][6])This recruitment drive is expected to create **multiple employment opportunities** for candidates preparing for Punjab government exams.
---⭐ Important Punjab Current Affairs (Exam Focus)
Key topics to remember:
* Punjab Budget Session 2026
* ₹1,000 monthly scheme for women
* Punjab debt debate in Assembly
* ₹400 crore digital schools project* Assistance for Punjabis stranded abroad
* PSSSB government job recruitment