Punjab Congress Tussle: Bhupesh Baghel Meets Channi Supporters, Warns Against Indiscipline

Published 11 July 2026 · politics

Punjab Congress Tussle: Bhupesh Baghel Meets Channi Supporters, Warns Against Indiscipline Published By, Last Updated: July 11, 2026, 18:34 IST Bhupesh Baghel said party leaders

Punjab Congress Tussle: Bhupesh Baghel Meets Channi Supporters, Warns Against Indiscipline Published By, Last Updated: July 11, 2026, 18:34 IST Bhupesh Baghel said party leaders had conveyed their concerns and grievances, which would be communicated to the Congress high command. Rapid Read The meeting comes against the backdrop of growing unease among leaders aligned with Channi following the Congress leadership’s decision to retain Amrinder Singh Raja Warring as Punjab Congress president. (Photo: X) Amid simmering tensions within the Punjab Congress over the state unit leadership, Congress general secretary in-charge of Punjab Bhupesh Baghel on Saturday met leaders close to former Chief Minister and Jalandhar MP Charanjit Singh Channi and warned that disciplinary action would be taken against anyone crossing the party line. The meeting, attended by Channi, was held at the Chandigarh residence of senior Congress leader and MLA Rana Gurjit Singh. Notably, Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring was not present. Baghel said party leaders had conveyed their concerns and grievances, which would be communicated to the Congress high command. “Every leader has the right to express their grievances. However, there will be no change in the decisions taken by the High Command," Baghel told reporters after the meeting.

He also issued a stern warning against public dissent. “The party will take action against anyone who crosses the limits of discipline," he said. No Discussion On Replacing Warring The meeting comes against the backdrop of growing unease among leaders aligned with Channi following the Congress leadership’s decision to retain Amrinder Singh Raja Warring as Punjab Congress president. Asked whether there was any discussion on replacing Warring, Baghel dismissed the speculation. “There were no such talks," he said. Baghel reiterated that decisions regarding leadership positions would continue to be taken by the party’s central leadership. “After the formation of the government, the High Command will decide who the Chief Minister will be," he added. Randhawa Calls For ‘Bold’ Leadership Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, who attended the meeting, described the discussions as constructive and stressed the need for strong leadership ahead of the next Assembly elections. Without naming anyone, Randhawa said the party does not need “compromised" leaders. “We had a productive dialogue. Our demand to the leadership is clear — we want a Congress government in Punjab and we want to address issues such as law and order and corruption. To achieve this, we need unity within the party, but we also need leaders who speak boldly and decisively.