How Municipal Poll Setback Brought Congress Factionalism To Fore In Punjab

The Congress suffered a disappointing performance in the Punjab municipal elections, losing to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party. This setback has reignited concerns about leadership within the party and fueled internal power struggles. Several senior leaders are positioning themselves for key organizational roles ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. While the high command has stated there will be no immediate organizational changes, factionalism remains a significant challenge for the party as it seeks to address accountability and build unity for future electoral success.