Punjab Congress Leaders Meet Sonia Gandhi Amid Political Turmoil

In a significant political development, key Congress leaders from Punjab, including Partap Singh Bajwa, met with Sonia Gandhi in New Delhi. This meeting has ignited discussions about potential leadership changes within the party as they prepare for the upcoming assembly elections. Bajwa expressed unwavering loyalty to the Congress, emphasizing their commitment to support any decisions made by Rahul Gandhi. With the political landscape shifting, Congress aims to regain its former strength after a disappointing performance in the last elections. The dynamics in Punjab politics are evolving, with the BJP possibly contesting independently and the Aam Aadmi Party striving to maintain its influence.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 21, 2026, 15:51 IST

Key Meeting of Punjab Congress Leaders

Several prominent Congress figures from Punjab, including the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, convened with Sonia Gandhi, the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, in New Delhi. This meeting has sparked significant activity in Punjab's political landscape.

Who Attended the Meeting?

In addition to Partap Singh Bajwa, former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi, Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, and Congress Working Committee member Vijay Inder Singla were among the senior leaders who gathered at Sonia Gandhi's residence on 10 Janpath for discussions.

Bajwa Expresses Loyalty to the Party

Following the meeting, Partap Singh Bajwa reaffirmed his loyalty to the Congress party. He stated, "Today, Rahul Gandhi summoned five senior Congress leaders from Punjab. I shared my perspective with him, and we will fully support whatever decision he makes. We are dedicated soldiers of the Congress; whether we receive a position or not, we will always stand firmly with Rahul and the party."

Leadership Change Speculations Ahead of Elections

This gathering of Punjab leaders comes at a time when rumors about a potential change in party leadership are rampant. In light of the upcoming assembly elections next year, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has recently appointed Ajay Maken, Meenakshi Natarajan, and Bhatanlal Jatav as observers for Punjab.

Congress Aims to Recapture 2017 Success

After suffering a significant setback in the last assembly elections, where Congress's seats dwindled to just 18 while the Aam Aadmi Party secured 92 seats to form a government, the party is now striving to replicate its 2017 performance, when it won 77 seats and took control of Punjab.

Shifting Political Landscape in Punjab

The political atmosphere in Punjab has transformed considerably since the last elections. Congress boasts several strong and influential leaders in the state. Meanwhile, there are discussions about the BJP potentially contesting the elections independently. Despite Raghav Chadha and several associates joining the BJP, the Aam Aadmi Party is making every effort to retain its power and make a comeback in Punjab.