Leaders voicing their opinion were unique to Congress: Punjab in-charge Baghel
Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has dismissed rumors of a leadership change in the Punjab unit, emphasizing that the party encourages internal debate. He expressed confidence in the party's prospects for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections while criticizing the performance of the Aam Aadmi Party.
Why it matters
The statement reflects internal party dynamics and strategic positioning ahead of upcoming state elections in India.
A day after he ruled out the possibility of leadership change in the Punjab State unit amid the ongoing power tussle, Congress party’s State in-charge Bhupesh Baghel on Thursday (July 9, 2026) said leaders voicing their opinion were unique to the Congress only as the party encourages debates and discussions.
“Unlike in other parties, it is not a one-way communication and command in the Congress. The Congress values and respects the seniority and contribution of each leader, which is acknowledged and rewarded at the right time,” he told media persons.
Mr. Baghel, who has been convening meeting here with party leaders and workers surrounding preparations for the Punjab Assembly elections 2027, expressed confidence about the party’s prospects of forming the next government in Punjab.
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