Relief in Congress as all factions accept Pilot as Punjab handler
The Congress party has appointed Sachin Pilot as the new in-charge for Punjab, aiming to resolve internal factionalism ahead of upcoming state elections. Key dissident leaders have welcomed the move, signaling a potential cooling of tensions within the party.
Why it matters
This leadership change is a critical attempt by the Congress party to stabilize its organization and regain electoral momentum in a state where it faces stiff competition from the ruling AAP.
NEW DELHI: Faced with turmoil over the state leadership in Punjab, Congress has heaved a sigh of relief as politicians cutting across factional lines have welcomed Sachin Pilot's appointment as party incharge of the poll-bound state in place of Bhupesh Baghel.Former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Channi and Lok Sabha MP Sukhjinder Randhawa, who lead the dissident group gunning for state president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, extended their best wishes to Pilot. Warring too has welcomed Pilot's appointment.While Channi expressed his "heartfelt thanks" to the Congress brass for "this important decision", Randhawa wished Pilot the "very best for this important responsibility" and said his experience, leadership and connect with the people will give new strength and momentum to the Congress organisation in the state.The duo's first reaction has assured the leadership that the decision on Pilot is in the right direction, though many believe coming days will decide if they are…
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