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Punjab AAP's Scathing Claim: Is Congress CM Face Sold for Rs 500 Crore?

The AAP has launched a fierce attack on the Congress in Punjab. This comes after controversial remarks made by Navjot Kaur Sidhu, wife of Congress leader Navjot Sidhu. AAP leader Baltej Pannu is demanding transparency about alleged monetary deals for political posts. He questions the very functioning and ethics of the Congress leadership in the state.

Key Points: AAP Questions Congress Over Rs 500 Crore CM Face Allegation

  • AAP demands Congress clarify if CM candidacy requires a Rs 500 crore deal
  • Questions where the alleged money goes within the party hierarchy
  • Ridicules Navjot Sidhu's conditional politics and past failures
  • Asks if Sidhu's previous posts were also purchased with money
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Is CM face in Congress sold for Rs 500 crore?, questions Punjab AAP

AAP leader Baltej Pannu demands answers from Congress after Navjot Kaur Sidhu's claims about a Rs 500 crore price tag for the chief minister's post.

"If Sidhu claims they don’t have Rs 500 crore, then who pays this amount? Where does this money go? - Baltej Pannu, AAP General Secretary"

Chandigarh, Dec 7

Punjab AAP General Secretary Baltej Pannu on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress following the sensational revelation made by Navjot Kaur Sidhu after her meeting with the Punjab Governor.

Pannu said her statements have exposed the “ugly truth” of how Congress functions, how leadership is decided, and how the state’s interests are sidelined for personal ambitions and monetary deals.

The AAP leader said Navjot Kaur Sidhu, wife of Congress leader Navjot Sidhu, made two claims -- Navjot Sidhu will re-enter Punjab politics only if the Congress first declares him as the chief ministerial face and the Sidhus do not have Rs 500 crore to pay, implying that becoming CM in Congress requires a Rs 500 crore deal.

Calling these remarks “deeply disturbing,” Pannu questioned whether the Congress leadership truly sells the CM face for Rs 500 crore. “If Sidhu claims they don’t have Rs 500 crore, then who pays this amount? Where does this money go? To the state unit president? To high command? To Rahul Gandhi or Kharge? The people of Punjab deserve answers,” he said.

AAP leader Pannu reminded that Navjot Singh Sidhu has been the Punjab Congress president, MP, MLA and Cabinet Minister. “Were these posts also purchased? Was he appointed Congress President after paying a reduced amount? How many crores does one need to become Deputy CM or a minister in the Congress?” he asked.

Slamming Sidhu’s conditional politics, Pannu said it is shocking that the Sidhus claim Punjab will get its “golden days” only if Sidhu is made CM face. “If the Congress does not announce him, Punjab can suffer; this is their message. Is Punjab just a bargaining chip for the Navjot Sidhu?” he added.

Pannu ridiculed Sidhu’s history of theatrics, from flashy press conferences to the failed “Jittega Punjab” channel, questioning if Sidhu has a magical formula for Punjab’s revival, he never implemented it while being a minister or the Congress President.

The AAP leader demanded that Congress clarify immediately: “Does becoming CM require Rs 500 crore? Has the Congress collected this money from the six-seven CM aspirants roaming in the state?”

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Sidhu's wife has really opened a can of worms! 🤯 If even a senior leader's family is saying this, imagine the reality for ordinary ticket seekers. Where does all this black money come from? This is why our state's development suffers.
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Aman W
While the allegation is serious, let's not forget this is coming from AAP, which is also a political party in power. They should focus on governance in Delhi and Punjab rather than just political mudslinging. Every party has internal issues.
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Sarah B
As an observer, this sounds like a massive internal feud spilling out. The conditional politics is the worst part - "make me CM or Punjab suffers"? That's holding the people hostage. Very disappointing from someone who was a popular figure.
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Karthik V
Bas yaar, enough is enough! First they fight, then they join, then they fight again. All this drama while farmers are struggling and youth need jobs. Whether it's ₹500 cr or ₹5 cr, the point is common man is never the priority. Time for a change.
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Nisha Z
The Congress high command must give a clear answer. This is not just about Punjab but about the integrity of our democracy. If posts are sold, then it's the biggest scam. ED and CBI should investigate this if there's any truth to it.

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