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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…

08 Mar

Has Bikram Majithia Rebelled? Statement Emerges After Giani Raghbir Singh’s Removal as Jathedar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Bikram Majithia, Giani Raghbir Singh, SGPC, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, March 8, 2025 – A fresh crisis has hit the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) after senior leader Bikram Singh Majithia and other party veterans issued a strongly worded press note against a recent decision by the Akal Takht’s Interim Committee. The statement, seen as a direct challenge to the party’s current leadership, has sparked speculation about a possible internal rebellion.The controversy erupted after the sudden removal of Giani Raghbir Singh as Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, a move that has left the Sikh community deeply divided. In the press note, Majithia and other senior Akali leaders expressed their discontent…

05 Mar

Akal Takht Panel to Launch SAD Membership Drive Amid Rift with Sukhbir Badal Faction

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, SAD membership drive, Shiromani Akali Dal, Sukhbir Singh Badal

Amritsar, March 4, 2025 – The Akal Takht-appointed panel has announced the launch of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) membership drive from March 18, following an ‘ardas’ at the Akal Takht Sahib. This comes after the Sukhbir Singh Badal faction refused to support the panel’s efforts, deepening the divide within Sikh politics.The decision aligns with the December 2 ‘hukamnama’ (decree) issued by the Sikh clergy, which instructed a fresh membership process while condemning Sukhbir’s leadership. Despite the Badal faction already completing their own membership drive, the Akal Takht jathedar, Giani Raghbir Singh, clarified that the official process had not yet…

20 Feb

Youth Wing to Play Key Role in Shiromani Akali Dal’s Membership Drive

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPoliticsMembership Drive, Punjab politics, Shiromani Akali Dal, Youth Akali Dal

(National Times Bureau) February 20, 2025– The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) is receiving overwhelming support from all sections of Punjab, especially the youth, for its membership drive. This was stated by Youth Akali Dal's Mohali Rural District President, Tarnbir Singh Timmi Punnia, in a recent statement.He emphasized that SAD is Punjab’s only regional party that has consistently stood for Punjab, Punjabi culture, and Sikh interests. According to him, young people believe that strengthening SAD is essential for Punjab’s progress. From day one, the membership drive has witnessed mass participation, with people voluntarily joining the party. Youth Wing Actively Engaged Punnia…