Pargat Singh Says He Is Also a CM Contender, Punjab Congress Has Many Chief Ministerial Faces

October 10, 2026

Chandigarh: Congress leader Pargat Singh has said that he is also a contender for the Chief Minister’s post in Punjab, adding that the state Congress has several leaders capable of taking up the top position. He also said the party would contest the upcoming Assembly elections under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.

Singh’s remarks come amid discussions over leadership and the Congress party’s preparations for the next Punjab Assembly elections. His statement highlights the presence of several leaders within the state unit who could be considered for the Chief Minister’s post.

Pargat Singh Says Punjab Congress Has Several CM Faces

Speaking about the Chief Ministerial race, Pargat Singh said Punjab Congress has many prominent faces and that any one of them could become Chief Minister. He included himself among the possible contenders for the position.

His remarks come as political parties begin preparing for the next electoral contest in Punjab, where leadership choices and the selection of a Chief Ministerial face could become important issues.

Congress to Contest Punjab Elections Under Rahul Gandhi’s Leadership

Singh also said the Congress would fight the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership. His statement points to the central role of the party’s national leadership in its election campaign.

The Congress is expected to focus on its organisational preparations and leadership coordination as it works towards the next Assembly election in the state.