Punjab Congress Leadership Shake-up Sparks BJP Criticism

The resignation of Amarinder Singh Raja Warring as Punjab Congress chief has triggered a sharp political confrontation, with state BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon accusing the opposition party of prioritizing power struggles over public welfare as internal infighting accelerates following the abrupt leadership change.

Editorial·October 2, 2026·reads: 159

Punjab Congress Leadership Shake-up Sparks BJP Criticism

Dhillon dismissed the resignation as a symptom of deeper instability, predicting that the internal scramble for the Chief Minister's chair will only intensify rather than resolve. Beyond the party dynamics, the BJP leader characterized the current law and order climate in Punjab as dire, specifically citing a surge in reported crimes against the Dalit community, even within the Chief Minister's home district.

For his part, Warring framed his departure as a matter of party discipline, noting that he had already briefed Rahul Gandhi on the state of affairs. While he speculated that AICC state in-charge Sachin Pilot may have orchestrated his removal, he maintained he had no concrete proof. Reflecting on his four-and-a-half-year tenure, Warring expressed satisfaction with his record, stating he accepted the decision as a command from leadership and sought solace at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib following his final meeting with Gandhi.