Congress Removes Bhupesh Baghel as Punjab In‑Charge After 18‑Month Tenure

In a recent internal reshuffle, the Indian National Congress announced that Bhupesh Baghel will no longer serve as the party’s in‑charge of Punjab. Baghel, who is also the chief minister of Chhattisgarh, had been handling the Punjab portfolio for a year and a half. The decision was communicated to party cadres and reported in the media on Tuesday. No detailed explanation was provided by the party leadership, but the move marks the end of an 18‑month tenure overseeing the state’s organisational affairs. The Congress has indicated that a new in‑charge will be appointed shortly to steer its activities in Punjab.