Rahul Gandhi Praises Ex-Punjab Chief Minister Now in BJP, Sparking Party Criticism
Rahul Gandhi named Capt Amarinder Singh, a former Punjab chief minister and now BJP leader, as his favorite politician from the BJP in an Instagram video. Capt Amarinder appreciated the gesture but maintained his political commitment to the BJP despite personal relations with Rahul and Sonia Gandhi. Pritpal Singh Baliawal of the Punjab BJP criticized this outreach, linking it to Congress infighting. Rana Gurjit Singh acknowledged their family ties while expressing regret over Amarinder's departure from the Congress in 2021 due to internal disputes.
8 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — NDTV
Rahul Gandhi named Amarinder Singh his favorite BJP politician, but Amarinder reaffirmed his commitment to the BJP despite personal ties with the Gandhis.
— NDTV
Despite speculation and Rahul Gandhi's friendly reference, Captain Amarinder Singh denies plans to return to the Congress before the 2027 Punjab polls.
— The Hindu
Captain Amarinder Singh maintains personal ties with Rahul Gandhi while remaining a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
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