Chandigarh | Political Update
In a crucial political development in Punjab, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has convened an urgent meeting of its newly formed Core Committee today, June 30, in Chandigarh. The meeting comes in the wake of the arrest of senior party leader Bikram Singh Majithia by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau, sending ripples through the state’s political corridors.
The high-stakes meeting will be presided over by SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal at the party headquarters. The agenda includes discussions on the current political situation, future public outreach strategy, and the party’s response plan to Majithia’s arrest.
🧭 Strategy and Political Climate Under Review
Senior SAD leader Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema confirmed the meeting via an official post, stating:
“SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal has called an important meeting of the newly constituted Core Committee at 2 PM on Monday, June 30, at the party’s Chandigarh headquarters. Key political developments and strategy will be finalised during the session.”
Sources within the party indicate that the leadership is set to deliberate on the impact of the Ludhiana by-election results, current voter sentiments, and how the party should position itself ahead of the 2026 Punjab Assembly elections.
🔎 Majithia’s Arrest Adds Urgency to Deliberations
The timing of the meeting gains significance as Bikram Singh Majithia, a powerful SAD figure, was recently arrested in an alleged corruption and disproportionate assets case. While the SAD has termed the arrest politically motivated, the party now faces the challenge of mobilising support and controlling the narrative amid mounting political pressure from the ruling AAP government.
👥 31-Member Core Committee Assembled by Sukhbir Badal
Just two days ago, Sukhbir Singh Badal announced the formation of a 31-member Core Committee, including key veterans and strategists such as:
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Balwinder Singh Bhundar
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Harjinder Singh Dhami
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Naresh Gujral
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Paramjit Singh Sarna
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Hira Singh Gabria
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Gulzar Singh Ranike
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Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema
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Maheshinder Singh Grewal
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Sikandar Singh Maluka
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Janmeja Singh Sekhon
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Bibi Harsimrat Kaur Badal
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Manjit Singh GK
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Sharanjit Singh Dhillon
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Sucha Singh Langah
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Gurbachan Singh Babbehali
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Lakhbir Singh Lodhinangal
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N.K. Sharma, and many more.
Bikram Singh Majithia himself remains a member of this core committee, adding to the complexity of the situation.
