In Newsstate
Punjab
India
Why in news
May 2026
The Supreme Court flagged the state's deepening drug crisis as a national public-health emergency.
Key facts
- The Supreme Court flagged Punjab's deepening drug crisis as a national public-health emergency.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask the recent development linked to this state.
Mains
Mains: link the development to governance and federalism themes (GS-2).
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Punjab in the news?
May 2026: The Supreme Court flagged the state's deepening drug crisis as a national public-health emergency.
Why is Punjab important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask the recent development linked to this state. Mains: link the development to governance and federalism themes (GS-2).
Last updated: 2026-10-09