'Congress is united, will form govt in Punjab in 2027': Bajwa
LoP Partap Singh Bajwa claims Congress is united and vows to form the Punjab government in 2027, while accusing AAP of looting the state.
The Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, has issued a defiant challenge to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), asserting that the Congress party is completely unified and poised to reclaim power in the 2027 assembly elections.
During a visit to Hoshiarpur on Saturday, Bajwa met with local Congress leadership at the residence of former MLA Pawan Adia. While traveling toward his home, the senior leader took the opportunity to consolidate party ranks and address growing speculation regarding internal divisions.
No Factionalism in Congress
Addressing the media, Bajwa dismissed rumors of internal strife within the party. He specifically commented on the recent appointment of Pargat Singh as the new Punjab Congress President, noting that the decision was made by the Congress High Command and has been embraced by all members.
"The Congress party is completely united and there is no factionalism," Bajwa stated, emphasizing that the organization is working with full vigor to prepare for the upcoming electoral battle.
Allegations of Looting Against AAP
Turning his focus toward the current administration, Bajwa launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal. He accused the AAP government of systemic corruption, alleging that despite their rhetoric of honesty, the state is being systematically looted.
The Leader of the Opposition promised that if Congress returns to power, they will not let these alleged irregularities go unpunished. He stated that a formal commission would be established to investigate matters that have harmed the interests of Punjab, ensuring that those responsible face strict legal action.
Questions Over Election Commission Integrity
Bajwa also touched upon the broader political landscape regarding electoral integrity. Aligning his stance with Rahul Gandhi, he raised serious concerns regarding the Election Commission and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The Congress leader cited alleged irregularities in various states, including West Bengal and Haryana, claiming that voters' names were being deleted from electoral rolls. He warned that a future Congress government would take action regarding these perceived discrepancies in the democratic process.
A Moment of Celebration
In a brief departure from political combat, Bajwa took a moment to celebrate India's recent cricketing success. He congratulated the Indian team on their victory in the India-Pakistan match, expressing pride in the country's youth representing the nation on the global stage.