New Delhi [India], October 26 : Taking aim at Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Gaurav Bhatia on Monday alleged that the party has turned the state towards lawlessness, with “anarchy, crime” becoming all the more prevalent across the state. Talking about the recent murders, and kidnappings, and prevalence of drugs, the BJP leader said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has let down the very people he is supposed to serve. 
“The law and order situation in Punjab has completely collapsed, and Bhagwant Mann has turned Punjab into a land of thugs and lawlessness. That is the case. And if we say that you are committing sins like the corrupt and dishonest Arvind Kejriwal, and that AAP has become a party of anarchy and crime, it wouldn't be wrong,” Bhatia said while addressing a press conference here. 
“You will see news of crime coming from Punjab. Murders. Drugs. Suicide, where Bhagwant Mann's government protects criminals and killers. And there is a victim who is being harassed, that is the people of Punjab,” he added. 
Highlighting recent cases in the state, Bhatia highlighted the recent case of kidnapping in Moga district. 
“In the last 24 to 36 hours, I am placing the first of the three sad news reports about murders that have come in, where citizens are being murdered in broad daylight. Double murder. This is Moga district. The killers come armed with real weapons in a black Scorpio, a black Scorpio, and open fire,” Bhatia said. 
The incident is regarding the murder of two individuals, identified as  Sahil Jindal and Gagan Deep Singh. Three others sustained injuries. Five accused have been arrested. 
Punjab Director General of Police, Gaurav Yadav said that the injured are currently receiving treatment, and a case has been registered under Arms Act. 
“Based on the statement of Somnath Jindal, who was injured in the incident, we registered FIR number 365 under sections 103, 109, 190, 191, 3, and 25/27 of the Arms Act at City South Moga Police Station. So far, five accused, Puneet Gaba, Kiranpal Singh, Tajinder Singh, Baljit Kaur, and Jeevan have been arrested. Further investigation is still underway,” the Punjab DGP said. 
Criticising the Bhagwant Mann-led government, Bhatia said that whenever it comes to take responsibility, the CM simply runs away. 
“Illegal, bullets are being fired in broad daylight. Two people are murdered. Bhagwant Mann should take responsibility. When it comes to responsibility, they run away. That's why ‘Bhaag’want Mann,” the BJP leader said.  
Targeting Arvind Kejriwal over being ‘silent’ on the rising crime rate under his party’s leadership, Bhatia added, “Why is Arvind Kejriwal silent? Arvind Kejriwal is someone who just sleeps, wakes up, stays awake, drinks water, eats food, and then rides a bike on camera. Such a serious situation in Punjab...People get murdered, citizens ask questions, and you stay silent. What kind of behavior is this of yours, Arvind Kejriwal ji? Please tell us.”
Bhatia’s comment come ahead of the assembly elections, which is set to see a high stakes battle against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress, and the incumbent AAP. 
Congress too is set to launch its poll campaign in Punjab, with Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha launching the party’s campaign on November 4.