Punjab Congress faces fresh turmoil as caste row pits Raja Warring against Channi
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, January 19, 2026: The simmering internal discord within the Punjab Congress has now come out in the open, with party president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring and former Chief Minister and MP Charanjit Singh Channi taking contrasting stands over remarks linked to caste.
Following certain recent statements by Channi, the issue has triggered a political debate being described as “Jatt versus Dalit” within the party. Breaking his silence on the controversy, Raja Warring adopted a restrained tone while speaking to the media.
“Whatever Channi Sahib has said or done, I do not wish to comment on it publicly. Party matters are best discussed within the party,” Warring said.
He categorically asserted that the Congress does not indulge in politics based on caste or religion and remains committed to taking all sections of society along.
Responding to the controversy, Channi dismissed the allegations, claiming that his statements were being deliberately misrepresented.
“A false narrative is being created against me by linking my remarks to casteism. I am not against any caste or religion, nor do I have any personal rivalry with anyone,” he said.
Channi further stated that he remains grateful to the Congress for giving him major responsibilities, including the post of Chief Minister. However, he emphasized that only inclusive politics—where all communities are treated equally—can help the Congress return to power in Punjab.