Punjab Police Wedding Video Scandal Sparks Outrage
Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira has expressed strong condemnation over the reported misuse of Punjab Police personnel for a wedding video shoot. The incident, allegedly linked to an associate of AAP MLA Sherry Kalsi, has ignited a political firestorm in the state.
Khaira Slams AAP Government
In a scathing social media post, Khaira labeled the episode as a "cheap misuse" of police officers. He directly questioned whether Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal, and the Director General of Police would take decisive action. Khaira further accused the state government of focusing on targeting opposition leaders rather than addressing such serious incidents of misconduct.
Rahul Gandhi's Stern Warning to Punjab Congress
Amidst this controversy, Rahul Gandhi issued a public warning to senior leaders of the Punjab Congress, urging them to unite and prioritize teamwork for electoral success. The warning came minutes after a rally where workers cheered loudly for a particular leader, leading to speculation that the display of support might have been orchestrated. A senior Congress insider suggested that such indiscipline likely prompted Gandhi's intervention.
Internal Interpretations of the Warning
Different factions within the Punjab Congress have interpreted Rahul Gandhi's message in varying ways:
- Punjab Congress President Amrinder Singh Raja Warring's camp views it as a directive aimed at Charanjit Singh Channi's group.
- Channi's supporters believe the warning was intended for Warring, emphasizing his responsibility to unify all camps.
- A broader section within the party perceives the reprimand as targeting all visible factions, whose past squabbling has been detrimental.
Badal's 'Seep Championship' Electoral Pledge
In poll-bound Punjab, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal has announced a unique electoral promise: a state-sponsored 'Seep Championship' card tournament exclusively for the elderly. If SAD returns to power, winning village teams at the district level will receive a Rs 10-lakh grant, with state champions securing Rs 1 crore for their village. Badal explained that the idea emerged from observing seniors play 'seep' in villages, aiming to encourage elderly engagement while strategically excluding youth to avoid criticism over prioritizing cards over careers.
Param Vir Chakra Awardee's New Mission
Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Sanjay Kumar, a Param Vir Chakra awardee who retired after 29 years of military service, has embarked on a new mission: combating drug addiction among youth. Hailing from Kalol Bakain village in Himachal Pradesh, Kumar is channeling his indomitable spirit into a war against chitta (heroin), demonstrating that legends never retire but simply change battlefields.
Haryana Assembly Buzz
In Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini is gaining a reputation for delivering marathon replies in the assembly, leaving the opposition uneasy. Before moving motions, opposition members are reportedly more concerned about the length and detail of his responses than the government's stance. As budget discussions approach, corridors are abuzz with anticipation of another lengthy reply, with some members half-jokingly urging the chief minister to keep it brief.
