Chandigarh, June 2025: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal has announced the party’s new Core Committee and key office-bearers as part of restructuring the organization. In a significant move, senior leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who is currently under arrest in a disproportionate assets case, has also been named a member of the new core group.
This development marks the first phase of reorganization within SAD’s jathebandi (organizational) structure, signaling a fresh strategy ahead of upcoming political challenges.
Key Appointments in the New Structure
Sukhbir Badal announced several high-level appointments:
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Balwinder Singh Bhunder – General Secretary
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Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema – Secretary
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N.K. Sharma – Treasurer
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Sarbjit Singh Jhinjer – President, Youth Akali Dal
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Bibi Hargobind Kaur – President, Women Wing
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Ranbir Singh Rana – President, SOI (Students Organization of India)
Core Committee: 31 Senior Leaders Named
A total of 31 senior leaders have been included in the newly formed Core Committee, with the aim of consolidating experienced voices within the party. Key names include:
Balwinder Singh Bhunder, Harjinder Singh Dhami, Naresh Gujral, Paramjit Singh Sarna, Hira Singh Gabria, Gulzar Singh Ranike, Maheshinder Singh Grewal, Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema, Janmeja Singh Sekhon, Sikander Singh Maluka, Bibi Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Manjit Singh G.K., Sharanjit Singh Dhillon, Bikram Singh Majithia, Sucha Singh Langah, Gurbachan Singh Babbehali, Lakhbir Singh Lodhinangal, N.K. Sharma, Manttar Singh Brar, Baldev Singh Khaira, S.R. Kaler, Joginder Singh Jindu, Teerath Singh Mahla, Ranjit Singh Dhillon, Vardev Singh Maan, Gurpreet Singh Raju Khanna, Kamal Chetli, Harpreet Singh Kotbhai, Sukhdeep Singh Shukar, and Darbara Singh.
5 Ex-Officio Members Appointed
Additionally, five senior leaders have been designated as ex-officio members of the Core Committee:
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Harcharan Singh Bains – Media Advisor
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Sarbjit Singh Jhinjer – Youth Akali Dal President
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Bibi Hargobind Kaur – Women Wing President
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Ranbir Singh Rana – SOI President
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Arshdeep Singh Kaler – Chief Spokesperson
Majithia’s Inclusion Raises Eyebrows
Bikram Singh Majithia’s inclusion has sparked political debate, as he is currently under legal custody in a disproportionate assets case. However, party insiders suggest that his influence within the organizational base remains strong, and his appointment reflects the party’s intent to stand by senior leadership during legal battles
