Shiromani Akali Dal Archives

08 Aug

Bikram Singh Majithia Bail Hearing Adjourned; Next Session on August 11

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Singh Majithia, drug-money laundering, Punjab Vigilance Bureau, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, August 8, 2025 — The bail proceedings of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia will resume on Monday, August 11, after Friday’s hearing concluded without a verdict. The session lasted over two-and-a-half hours, with both prosecution and defence presenting detailed arguments before the court decided to adjourn.Majithia’s case stems from his June 25, 2025 arrest by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau following coordinated raids at nearly 25 locations, including his Amritsar residence. He is accused of amassing assets disproportionate to his declared income and allegedly having links to a ₹540 crore drug-money laundering…

08 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Declines Consideration for Shiromani Akali Dal President Post

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Harpreet Singh, has respectfully declined to be considered for the post of Shiromani Akali Dal president, ahead of the party’s internal election scheduled for August 11. In a public appeal, he requested that his name be withdrawn from the list of candidates, emphasizing his respect for fellow nominee Bibi Satwant Kaur. In his statement, Giani Harpreet Singh said he had learned that both his name and that of Bibi Satwant Kaur — daughter of the late Shaheed Bhai Amrik Singh Ji — were being discussed for the leadership role.…

06 Aug

Majithia’s Bail Verdict Deferred Again, Next Hearing Scheduled for August 7

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Singh Majithia, Majithia bail hearing, Mohali court, Shiromani Akali Dal

Mohali — Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, currently in jail over a disproportionate assets case, will remain behind bars for now as a Mohali court on Tuesday postponed its ruling on his bail plea.This marks the sixth time Majithia has approached the court seeking bail, but once again, no immediate relief was granted. The court has listed the matter for further hearing on Wednesday, August 7, when a decision is expected.Majithia, a prominent political figure in Punjab, has been in judicial custody for several months. Alongside his bail plea, he has also filed a request for a change…

13 Jul

Former MLA Launches Plantation Drive in Dera Bassi; Around 10,000 Saplings to Be Planted: N.K. Sharma

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDera Bassi, N.K. Sharma, plantation drive, Shiromani Akali Dal

Dera Bassi (Gurpreet Singh): Former MLA N.K. Sharma today launched the Shiromani Akali Dal’s plantation campaign in the Dera Bassi area, starting from the village Devi Nagar. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sharma shared that a forest will be developed on two acres of common village land in Devi Nagar.He stated that the Akali Dal team in Dera Bassi aims to plant nearly 10,000 saplings. The saplings are being planted using proper scientific methods to ensure the development of a robust forest. After planting, the Shiromani Akali Dal team in the village will take responsibility for nurturing and maintaining the…

02 Jul

Majithia’s Vigilance Remand Extended by Four Days in Disproportionate Assets Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Singh Majithia, disproportionate assets case, Shiromani Akali Dal, Vigilance Bureau

Chandigarh, July 2, 2025:The vigilance remand of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia, arrested in connection with a disproportionate assets case, has been extended by four more days. The decision came after vigilance officials presented new evidence and crucial findings before the court.According to vigilance officials, the investigation has uncovered significant illegal assets linked to Majithia. These include benami (proxy-held) properties, suspicious financial transactions, and other economic activities under scrutiny.Vigilance authorities informed the court that they require further custodial interrogation of Majithia based on these fresh pieces of evidence, necessitating additional remand.Over the next four days, the…

30 Jun

Sukhbir Badal-Led SAD Slams AAP Rule in Punjab, Extends Backing to Diljit Dosanjh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab government, political vendetta, SAD core committee, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, June 30, 2025 — The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, accusing it of political vendetta, corruption, and betrayal of public trust. The criticism emerged during the first meeting of the newly reconstituted SAD core committee, chaired by party president Sukhbir Singh Badal.The committee announced the start of a people’s campaign aimed at exposing alleged land scams and governance failures by the AAP government. It resolved to fight on key public issues, including what it described as the forcible acquisition of fertile farmland and protection given…

14 Jun

Sikandar Singh Maluka Rejoins Shiromani Akali Dal, Boosts Party Ahead of Ludhiana West By-Elections 2025

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabLudhiana West, Shiromani Akali Dal, Sikandar Singh Maluka

Ludhiana (National Times): In a significant political development ahead of the Ludhiana West Assembly by-election, veteran leader Sikandar Singh Maluka has formally rejoined the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), marking a powerful return that is expected to bolster the party's presence and morale in the region. SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal made the announcement on the social media platform X, welcoming Maluka back into the party fold. “It gives me immense pleasure to welcome veteran Akali leader S. Sikandar Singh Maluka back to the Shiromani Akali Dal. Maluka Sahab has significantly contributed to strengthening the party under the leadership of Parkash…

12 Apr

Sarabjeet Singh Jhinjer Hails Sukhbir Singh Badal’s Return as Akali Dal President, Calls Him Punjab’s ‘Vikas Purush’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabSarabjeet Singh Jhinjer, Shiromani Akali Dal, Sukhbir Singh Badal

Chandigarh, April 12, 2025 — Youth Akali Dal President Sarabjeet Singh Jhinjer congratulated S. Sukhbir Singh Badal on reclaiming the presidency of the Shiromani Akali Dal, calling it a pivotal moment for Punjab and its people. In a statement, Jhinjer described the development as a step toward restoring peace, stability, and development in the crisis-ridden state.Jhinjer said Punjab’s law and order had collapsed and only a strong leader like Badal could provide the vision and direction needed. He dubbed Badal “Vikas Purush,” the leader who could usher in growth and prosperity.Criticizing the AAP government, Jhinjer accused it of pushing the…

29 Mar

Shiromani Akali Dal to Hold Organizational Elections from April 2

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBalwinder Singh Bhunder, SAD elections 2025, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, March 29, 2025 – The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Parliamentary Board, under the leadership of Working President Balwinder Singh Bhunder, has decided to conduct the party’s organizational elections starting April 2, 2025. In the first phase, District and State delegates will be elected by April 6, 2025.Disclosing this, Party Secretary and Spokesman Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema stated that party members who have not submitted their enrolment slips have been given a deadline of March 31, 2025, till 5:00 PM to complete the process. After this deadline, no enrolments will be accepted.On April 11, a meeting of party observers will…

10 Mar

Bikram Majithia Ordered to Appear for Investigation by Supreme Court

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Majithia, Investigation, Punjab politics, Shiromani Akali Dal, Supreme Court

New Delhi, March 10, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India has directed senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia to join an ongoing investigation, rejecting any immediate relief in a case linked to his alleged criminal activities. The court has set March 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM as the mandatory appearance date at the investigation headquarters in Patiala. Court’s Orders and Observations The bench, comprising Justice J.K. Maheshwari and Justice Aravind Kumar, reviewed the arguments from both sides and concluded that Majithia must comply with the investigation process. His legal team assured the court that he would be present for…