Punjab Congress Welcomes Surge of New Members, Signaling Shift in Political Landscape

Chandigarh, October 17, 2023 – In a significant political development, the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) Chief, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, extended a warm welcome to a multitude of political leaders eager to join the Congress party. This surge of support comes as numerous prominent individuals have decided to leave their previous affiliations, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Lok Insaaf Party.

This noteworthy influx of leaders includes former Cabinet Ministers Balbir Sidhu, Gurpreet Kangar, Raj Kumar Verka, former MLA Mohinder Rinwa, Hans Raj Joshan, Jit Mohinder Sidhu, Kamaljeet Dhillon, son of former MLA Amrik Singh Dhillon, and Amarjeet Singh Sidhu (Mayor Mohali). Their decision to join the Congress party aligns with the broader trend of experienced politicians seeking a new political home.

Particularly striking is the number of leaders transitioning from the Lok Insaaf Party to Congress. This includes General Secretaries, Secretaries, Ward In-charge, and other influential officials such as Gurmeet Singh Mundia, Harjaap Singh Gill, Mehfoos Salmani, Kulvir Singh Hunjan, Rajinder Singh Raju Namdhari, Kulwinder Singh Sidhu, Gurcharan Singh Bhullar, Mehmood Aslam, Sukhdev Singh Mundi, Kamaljeet Singh, Baba Chamkaur Singh, Happy Counselor, Sarabjeet Singh, Gurmeet Kaali, Jarnail Singh Jassi, Mohan Singh GTB Pradhan, Harmel Singh, Harvinder Singh Khalsa, Nirmal Singh Namdhari, Gurvinder Singh, Arjun Singh, Darsan Singh Mundi, Jaswant Singh Mundi, Jaspreet Singh Mundi, Narinder Singh Mangat, and Gurjit Singh Vilkhu.

Furthermore, the Deputy Mayor of Mohali, Kuljit Singh Bedi, officially rejoined the Congress party, demonstrating his continued support and loyalty. Rajinder Singh, a former SSP, and Jiwanjot Kaur, the daughter of former Deputy Speaker Ajaib Singh Bhatti, have also decided to align themselves with the Congress after departing from the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Raja Warring, the PPCC Chief, expressed his gratitude for the substantial number of individuals pledging their allegiance to the Congress Party. He emphasized that this wave of support is a testament to the party’s dedication and its growing recognition among the people and fellow political leaders.

These newly joined political leaders have expressed their unwavering commitment to serving the interests of the Congress and the state of Punjab. Raja Warring conveyed his enthusiasm for the trust placed in the Congress, both by the public and the political leadership. He expressed strong confidence in Congress’s prospects in the upcoming elections, stating that they are well-positioned to secure a significant number of seats.

“The increasing participation in the Dharnas organized across various districts of the state, combined with the relentless hard work and unwavering morale of all party workers, demonstrates the rapid growth and strength of Congress,” emphasized Warring.

In conclusion, the influx of influential political figures into the Congress party in Punjab signifies a seismic shift in the political landscape. With these new members, the Congress party is gearing up for the upcoming elections with renewed energy and optimism, aiming to secure a substantial number of seats and reinforcing their belief in a path to success. The Congress party in Punjab is set to face the future with confidence and determination.