Mann said Panjab University stands as the “heritage of Punjab.” He praised students, teachers and faculty who stayed firm during the month-long agitation. He added that their courage converted the protest into a clear victory.

Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan, the university’s chancellor, approved the schedule on Thursday. His office sent the confirmation to Vice-Chancellor Renu Vig. The elections will take place from September 7 to October 4, 2026.

Students celebrated the decision and called it a win for their united struggle. Their protest began after the Centre announced changes to the structure of PU’s senate and syndicate. The Ministry of Education later withdrew the notification on November 7. Students, however, continued the protest until the election dates were announced.

Political groups such as the AAP, Shiromani Akali Dal, and several farmer and religious bodies supported the protest. Their support added strength to the student movement and pushed the demand forward.

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Explaining the move in the Punjab Assembly, Mann said the government faced several hurdles with the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. CSR donations are not allowed in it, and Members of Parliament can give only up to ₹20 lakh. “These limits make it hard to mobilize large-scale resources,” Mann said. To fix this problem, the government launched the Rangla Punjab Fund.

The response has been encouraging. Citizens, industries, and social organisations have already begun contributing. Mann promised to maintain complete transparency. “We will release details of funding daily,” he said while responding to Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa’s question on RTI. He added that the Chief Minister will chair the fund, and contributions will come through cheques and other secure methods.

Mann also addressed the opposition’s criticism. He said some parties are trying to create doubts about the new fund but the people of Punjab know its importance. He added that the government’s focus is only on the victims, not on politics.

The Chief Minister also launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He accused the PM of ignoring Punjab’s suffering while making frequent foreign trips. “The Centre has not shown seriousness in supporting flood relief,” Mann said. He called this attitude an insult to citizens who expect real help in tough times.

Mann concluded by repeating his promise. The Rangla Punjab Fund will remain dedicated to one mission—helping every flood-hit family rebuild their life with dignity and speed. He urged Punjabis everywhere to join this collective effort.

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