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International Kabaddi Star Amritpal Singh Ambal Sur Singh Waris Joins Waris Punjab De
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 03:45 PM
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International kabaddi champion Amritpal Singh Ambal Sur Singh Waris, along with his teammates, has officially become a member of the Waris Punjab De party in Amritsar.
Amritsar – International kabaddi player Amritpal Singh Ambal Sur Singh Waris, accompanied by several fellow athletes, formally entered the Waris Punjab De political party on Thursday. The registration took place at the party office in Amritsar, where senior party leaders welcomed the new members.
Waris, a decorated kabaddi athlete who has represented India at multiple World Cups and secured several medals, has been a prominent figure in the sport for over a decade. His transition from sports to politics reflects a growing trend of athletes seeking public office in Punjab.
Party officials, including the state president, praised Waris’s decision, stating that his popularity and discipline could strengthen the party’s outreach among youth and sports communities. They also highlighted the potential for collaborative initiatives to promote sports development in the region.
Analysts note that Waris’s entry may boost Waris Punjab De’s visibility ahead of upcoming local elections, though the long‑term impact on the party’s electoral fortunes remains to be seen.
Waris, a decorated kabaddi athlete who has represented India at multiple World Cups and secured several medals, has been a prominent figure in the sport for over a decade. His transition from sports to politics reflects a growing trend of athletes seeking public office in Punjab.
Party officials, including the state president, praised Waris’s decision, stating that his popularity and discipline could strengthen the party’s outreach among youth and sports communities. They also highlighted the potential for collaborative initiatives to promote sports development in the region.
Analysts note that Waris’s entry may boost Waris Punjab De’s visibility ahead of upcoming local elections, though the long‑term impact on the party’s electoral fortunes remains to be seen.