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Politics
Punjab Congress Faces Factional Struggles as Parag Singh Takes State Presidency
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 11:48 AM
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Parag Singh has been appointed Punjab Congress state president, but internal factional tensions persist, according to reports from Jalandhar.
Parag Singh was recently sworn in as the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee president, a move aimed at consolidating leadership within the party.
Despite the appointment, reports indicate that factional disputes have not subsided. Several senior leaders continue to rally behind rival camps, creating a fragmented front.
Party insiders say that the new president faces challenges in unifying the diverse factions, especially after the recent heated displays on Mohali’s welcome boards.
The ongoing discord could affect the Congress’s performance in upcoming elections, as unity is seen as crucial for a credible campaign.
Despite the appointment, reports indicate that factional disputes have not subsided. Several senior leaders continue to rally behind rival camps, creating a fragmented front.
Party insiders say that the new president faces challenges in unifying the diverse factions, especially after the recent heated displays on Mohali’s welcome boards.
The ongoing discord could affect the Congress’s performance in upcoming elections, as unity is seen as crucial for a credible campaign.