"Won't Let Situation Worsen": Bhagwant Mann To NDTV On Patiala Violence

"Every minute I am in touch and we will take strict action against those who were responsible," Mr Mann told NDTV.

The Punjab government will not allow the situation in the state to deteriorate, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said, a day after clashes between two groups over an anti-Khalistan march left four people injured.

Speaking to NDTV, Mr Mann added that his government is taking all necessary steps, including confidence-building measures, to create harmony among the residents.

"Every minute I am in touch and we will take strict action against those who were responsible. I have removed the police officials," Mr Mann told NDTV.

Bhagwant Mann this morning removed three top police officers - Inspector general of police (Patiala Range), the Patiala senior superintendent of police and the superintendent of police - over the police response to the violence.