Partap Bajwa leads Congress protest in Mohali against GMADA land acquisition, warns of statewide agitation
Babushahi Bureau
Mohali (Punjab), April 6, 2026: Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa on Monday led a massive protest outside PUDA Bhawan in Mohali against land acquisition by Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA), with senior Congress leaders, farmers, and party workers joining in large numbers.
The protest, also attended by former Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu, saw demonstrators raising slogans against the Punjab government over alleged forcible land acquisition and inadequate compensation.
Addressing the gathering, Bajwa launched a sharp attack on the state government led by Bhagwant Mann and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, accusing them of betraying the people of Punjab and pushing the state into heavy debt.
He alleged that key decisions affecting Punjab were being taken from Delhi and warned that the Congress would launch a major agitation if the government failed to roll back its policies.
Bajwa said the issue was not limited to farmers but concerned the rights of every Punjabi, asserting that the Congress Party would fight “from the streets to the Vidhan Sabha” to protect people’s interests. He accused the government of working in favour of corporate houses and attempting to forcibly acquire fertile land without farmers’ consent.
Echoing similar concerns, Balbir Singh Sidhu alleged that land was being acquired without fair compensation and later handed over to commercial entities. He warned that around 11,000 acres of land could be targeted next, which the Congress would strongly oppose.
Sidhu also demanded that GMADA issue a white paper detailing land acquisitions, revenue generated, and expenditure on development in Mohali. He raised concerns over a proposed AI project spanning 182 acres in nearby villages, claiming it could adversely impact local communities.
The Congress leaders reiterated their support for farmers and warned of legal action if the government did not address their concerns. A large number of local leaders, farmer representatives, and residents participated in the protest, signaling growing political resistance over the issue.