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Rahul Gandhi to kickstart Congress Punjab campaign from Mann's home turf on November 4
Rahul Gandhi will launch the Congress party's campaign in Sangrur on November 4, targeting AAP's chief minister Bhagat Mann. The Congress aims to present a unified front after facing internal conflicts and leadership tussles. Pargat Singh, recently appointed leadership, will steer the party’s efforts in the upcoming Punjab assembly elections. Congress leaders have been engaging to emphasize party unity amidst their electoral challenge.
Why was Bhagwant Mann ‘detained for 3 hours’ at Delhi airport and issued a Rs 50,000 challan? What's AAP claiming?
Bhagwant Mann detention reason: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann was allegedly detained for three hours at Delhi airport and fined Rs 50,000 after returning from Paris. AAP has accused the BJP-led Centre of targeting Mann, while the reason for the reported challan remains unclear.
Will form govt in Punjab 100 pc; no CM face, Congress fighting as team under 'unifying' Pargat: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot asserted confidence in the Congress forming the next Punjab government, emphasizing the party's united front led by Pargat Singh. He highlighted the lack of a chief ministerial face while affirming that the party would decide leadership after elections, noting strong competition from AAP and the weakened position of SAD and BJP.
Will form govt in Punjab 100%; no CM face, Cong fighting as team under 'unifying' Pargat: Pilot
Congress party leader Sachin Pilot is confident of winning the upcoming Punjab elections and forming the next government. He emphasized that all party leaders are working together as a unified team under Pargat Singh's leadership. Pilot stated that the main competition will be between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party.
Why Supreme Court cancelled elections in 50 Punjab wards and ordered repolls in 6 weeks?
The Supreme Court recently cancelled elections in 50 municipal wards across Punjab's Patiala and Moga districts and ordered repolls within six weeks. The decision follows a fact-finding inquiry that reported serious irregularities, including alleged intimidation of candidates, destruction of nomination papers and obstruction during the election process.
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AAP turned Punjab into 'Udta Punjab', BJP will make it 'Ubharda Punjab': Pushkar Singh Dhami
Pushkar Singh Dhami addressed public gatherings in Hoshiarpur, discussing Punjab's severe drug problem. He accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of failing to control drug trafficking effectively. Dhami outlined the BJP's five-point strategy to combat the drug menace and emphasized the campaign's focus on youth rehabilitation. He highlighted the importance of community involvement in addressing the drug crisis in the state.
AAP to launch door-to-door campaign in Punjab ahead of 2027 Assembly elections: Manish Sisodia
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia on Friday announced that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will personally lead the party's massive statewide door-to-door outreach campaign from his home constituency of Dhuri starting September 20.
AAP-GFP alliance for Goa polls a tacit understanding with BJP: Congress
The Congress party has labeled the AAP and GFP alliance as an "exchange offer" deal. This alleged deal aims to secure victories for the BJP in Goa and AAP in Punjab. The "Goa First" alliance was formed to challenge the ruling BJP in upcoming elections. Congress claims this alliance serves BJP interests rather than the people of Goa. The party predicts rejection for these parties in the upcoming polls.
AAP's mishandling of border state Punjab a grave security concern: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot highlighted the AAP government's administrative failures and mishandling of Punjab. He accused the ruling party of failing to check radical elements' revival attempts. Pilot questioned AAP's credentials to fight the BJP, noting defections. Punjab Congress leaders welcomed Pilot's appointment and held discussions with him. The Congress aims to re-industrialize Punjab and restore its past glory.
AAP on back foot in Punjab as govt employees escalate stir months ahead of assembly polls
Punjab government employees and pensioners are intensifying protests over pending Dearness Allowance arrears. They are demanding the implementation of the Old Pension Scheme and other service-related issues. Protests include gheraoing ministers' residences and a statewide maha rally planned for October. A two-day mass leave is scheduled for October, which will halt government operations. This agitation impacts nearly 3.8 million voters, posing a challenge for the ruling Aam Aadmi Party.
Raghav Chadha's name deleted from Punjab voter roll, Rajya Sabha MP alleges 'political vendetta'
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha alleges political vendetta by the Punjab government. His name was marked as 'shifted' in the state's draft electoral roll. Chadha claims AAP-appointed officials are responsible for this action. He cites ECI guidelines for public representatives which were allegedly violated. The final electoral rolls will be published in October 2026.
Punjab leaving behind drugs: Manish Sisodia at AAP Youth Wing's 5k run in Jalandhar
The Youth Run Punjab 2026 event showcased the state's progress away from drug use. Thousands of young participants joined the 5-kilometer run organised by the AAP's youth wing. This marathon symbolised Punjab moving beyond despair and a mindset of giving up. The state is now emerging as a vibrant and active region through its youth. This initiative reflects growing enthusiasm among young people for constructive activities.
AAP Punjab alleges ‘backstabbing’ as Raghav Chadha joins BJP
The Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of trying to break its party. AAP claims the BJP is using former leader Raghav Chadha to weaken their presence in Parliament. The BJP has denied these allegations, calling them baseless. AAP alleges Union Home Minister Amit Shah is pressuring MPs through Chadha.
AAP Punjab farmers wing holds protest, demands Kangana Ranaut's termination from Lok Sabha
AAP Punjab's farmers wing protested against BJP MP Kangana Ranaut’s remarks on the farmers' protest and demanded her expulsion from the party. The protesters accused her of spreading hatred and called for legal action. The police detained protesters near the BJP office. The Himachal Pradesh Assembly also condemned her comments.
AAP expects over one lakh people from Punjab to participate in Delhi rally
AAP anticipates a significant turnout from Punjab in the Delhi rally to protest Kejriwal's ED arrest. The event aims to uphold democracy and challenge the BJP-led Centre's actions, with leaders like Mann and Budh Ram actively mobilizing support.
LG VK Saxena objects to Delhi special session
In a face-off like the one between governor and AAP's Punjab government, Saxena has pointed out procedural lapses in convening a special session. He said the special session was recommended by the Delhi Cabinet without specifying the legislative business, which would have allowed the House members to come prepared for fruitful deliberations and said it did not follow the due procedure.
People can chip in with their suggestions for AAP Punjab CM's candidate by January 17, says Kejriwal
"Bhagwant Mann is very dear to me, he is like my younger brother, I was also sitting in the room saying that we should make Bhagwant Mann the Chief Ministerial candidate, but he said that no, we should ask people. This ritual of deciding the Chief Ministerial candidate in closed doors should be stopped," Kejriwal said in a press conference in Chandigarh.
Jobs, education, power in focus as AAP declares 10-point 'Punjab Model'; CM face next week
The Aam Aadmi Party's national convener and Delhi chief minister also said the party's chief ministerial face for Punjab will be announced next week. He rejected the charge that his party is taking money for allotting tickets to assembly aspirants, rubbishing an audio tape in which the allegation was recently made.
AAP will not forge alliance with any party for Punjab Assembly polls next year: Raghav Chadha
"AAP will fight the 2022 elections on its own. There will be no alliance with any party. And the party will contest all 117 Assembly seats on its own and will form the government," said Raghav Chadha when asked whether the AAP will enter into an alliance with any political party for the upcoming polls.
Bhagwant Mann to take charge as AAP's Punjab chief again
The occasions will happen in presence of Delhi deputy chief minister and party's in-charge of Punjab affairs Manish Sisodia, he said.
Bhagwant Mann appointed AAP's Punjab unit chief
The party also decided to constitute a separate Political Affairs Committee (PAC) for Punjab so that the state unit may take independent decisions.
Sukhbir creating 'private army' for 'misuse' during polls: AAP
AAP claimed that out of 22 youths recruited so far, 21 belong to the Sukhbir's Assembly segment of Jalalabad.
AAP-Akali online fights mirror face-to-face ones
SAD termed Bhagwant Mann as Kejriwal’s ‘Kohinoor’ who had won a gold medal for being “a drunkard and irresponsible MP.”
AAP releases 3rd list of 29 candidates for Punjab polls
With this the total number of candidates AAP announced for the Punjab Assembly polls reached 61. The party had announced names of 32 candidates in two previous lists.
AAP appoints Jarnail Sing as Punjab joint in-charge
"Congratulations Rajouri Garden MLA Jarnail Singh on being made the joint in-charge and spokesperson in Punjab," Sanjay Singh, who is in-charge of AAP's Punjab affairs said.
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