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Politics
Congress accuses Punjab CM of corruption, questions ED's pre‑election action
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 06:32 AM
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The Congress party has challenged the Enforcement Directorate’s timing of a probe into alleged corruption linked to Punjab’s chief minister, calling it politically motivated ahead of state elections.
Congress leaders in Punjab raised concerns on Tuesday about the Enforcement Directorate’s decision to launch a corruption probe that appears to target the state chief minister just weeks before the scheduled assembly elections. The party demanded an explanation from the central investigative agency, arguing that the timing could influence voter sentiment and undermine a fair electoral process.
According to party statements, the alleged irregularities involve senior officials close to the chief minister, but no concrete evidence has been presented publicly. Congress officials said the move reflects a pattern of using investigative agencies for political advantage, urging the ED to postpone any action until after the polls.
The controversy adds to the heightened political tension in Punjab as parties vie for voter support. The chief minister’s office has not commented on the allegations, while the ED has declined to disclose details of its investigation, citing procedural confidentiality.
According to party statements, the alleged irregularities involve senior officials close to the chief minister, but no concrete evidence has been presented publicly. Congress officials said the move reflects a pattern of using investigative agencies for political advantage, urging the ED to postpone any action until after the polls.
The controversy adds to the heightened political tension in Punjab as parties vie for voter support. The chief minister’s office has not commented on the allegations, while the ED has declined to disclose details of its investigation, citing procedural confidentiality.