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New state, old script: Infighting returns to haunt Congress's Punjab poll plan
Published 5 July 2026 ยท politics
Punjab Congress faces a deep-rooted crisis fueled by persistent infighting and a delayed response from the high command. Despite Rahul Gandhi's call for unity, internal
Punjab Congress faces a deep-rooted crisis fueled by persistent infighting and a delayed response from the high command. Despite Rahul Gandhi's call for unity, internal rifts are widening, with senior leaders expressing discontent over leadership decisions. This recurring pattern of internal conflict and inaction has historically led to electoral defeats, raising serious doubts about the party's prospects in the upcoming elections.
Published: July 5, 2026 โข 1:01 PM IST ยท Updated: July 5, 2026 โข 1:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Punjab Congress faces a deep-rooted crisis fueled by persistent infighting and a delayed response from the high command.
Despite Rahul Gandhi's call for unity, internal rifts are widening, with senior leaders expressing discontent over leadership decisions.
This recurring pattern of internal conflict and inaction has historically led to electoral defeats, raising serious doubts about the party's prospects in the upcoming elections.