Punjab Congress MP clashes with state chief over 'one family, one ticket' rule

On Sunday, MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa confronted Punjab Congress state chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring over the party’s “one family, one ticket” rule that limits families to a single candidacy in the upcoming assembly elections. Warring had asserted that, should he stay as leader, each family would receive only one ticket and that Rahul Gandhi would be responsible for distributing tickets, with Warring merely making recommendations.

Randhawa’s objection signals a new internal dispute within the state unit, adding strain to the party’s campaign preparations. The controversy underscores competing views on candidate selection and could affect the party’s cohesion ahead of the vote. No further statements were reported from other party officials.