Sunil Jakhar Archives - National Times

12 Feb

AAP’s Kuldeep Dhaliwal Terms India–US Trade Deal ‘Anti-Farmer’, Seeks Public Disclosure of Draft

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab’s chief spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, while strongly criticizing Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar for advocating the India–US trade deal, termed the agreement the biggest “betrayal” of the country’s farmers. Dhaliwal directly challenged Jakhar to make the actual draft of the deal public instead of singing praise for it in the media.Addressing a press conference on Wednesday along with AAP leader Prabhvir Brar, Dhaliwal, citing figures, said that the Trump administration has increased tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, whereas the Modi government, completely bowed down, and reduced taxes on American…

18 Jan

Sunil Jakhar Under Medical Observation After Being Rushed to Mohali Hospital

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar was placed under medical care on Sunday after he reported symptoms of chest discomfort accompanied by breathlessness, prompting immediate concern among party colleagues. The senior leader is understood to have felt unwell in the early morning hours and was initially taken to a hospital in Panchkula for preliminary assessment. Doctors later advised shifting him to Fortis Hospital in Mohali, where he is currently undergoing further examinations. Party functionaries said Jakhar’s health condition is not critical and he remains stable, though physicians are carrying out detailed tests to rule out any complications. No…

23 Nov

Sunil Jakhar Reassures Punjab Amid Row Over Centre’s Chandigarh Proposal

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Chandigarh, November 23,2025: Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar on Sunday tried to calm rising tensions across the state, reaffirming that Chandigarh “remains an integral part of Punjab” as protests swell over the Centre’s proposal to bring the Union Territory under Article 240.Jakhar said the BJP’s Punjab unit stands with the people of the state and their concerns. He stressed that the party will always prioritise Punjab’s interests on crucial issues, including Chandigarh and the ongoing river water disputes.“Chandigarh is inseparable from Punjab. The Punjab BJP is committed to protecting the state’s rights, whether on Chandigarh or river waters. Any misunderstanding…

21 Jul

“Punjab Needs Recognition, Not Just Packages”: Sunil Jakhar Clarifies BJP-Akali Remarks, Calls for Trust-Building with Punjabis

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Chandigarh (National Times): Senior BJP leader Sunil Jakhar issued a powerful clarification on Monday following his recent remarks suggesting a potential BJP-Akali Dal alliance to ensure communal harmony in Punjab. Emphasizing that his comments were rooted in understanding Punjab’s emotional and social fabric, Jakhar outlined a heartfelt vision for how political parties, particularly the BJP, should engage with the state. “Punjab is not just a state … it’s a deeply emotional and self-respecting society,” said Jakhar in his statement, reflecting on the sentiment-driven politics of the region. “Punjabis are resilient, proud of their history, and driven by sentiment. But over…

09 Jun

Sunil Jakhar Urges Akali Unity at Dhindsa’s Bhog, Calls It True Tribute to Punjab’s Stalwart

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Sangrur, Punjab – In a powerful message at the Bhog ceremony of veteran leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, BJP Punjab President Sunil Jakhar made an impassioned appeal for unity among all Akali factions. As leaders across party lines gathered to pay their final respects, Jakhar said that the true tribute to Dhindsa would be to “rise above egos and internal differences” and form a united front for the welfare of Punjab and the Sikh community.Jakhar stressed that Punjab stands at a critical juncture, and only a strong, regional, panthic (community-centric) voice can safeguard its legacy and interests. Referring to Dhindsa’s lifelong…

19 May

BJP Demands CBI Probe Into Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Alleges AAP’s Nexus with Liquor Mafia

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Bhagwant Mann, BJP, Liquor Mafia, Sunil Jakhar

National Times Bureau, May 19, 2025: In a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has submitted a formal memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria demanding a time-bound probe into the recent hooch tragedy in Majitha, Amritsar district. The tragedy has claimed 27 lives, with BJP alleging it to be the result of AAP’s complicity with the liquor mafia.BJP Punjab State President Sunil Jakhar, in a detailed letter dated May 19, 2025, held Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s administration responsible for the avoidable loss of lives. The victims, mostly daily wage earners,…

19 May

Punjab BJP Leaders Meet Governor Kataria, Demand Probe into Majitha Liquor Tragedy

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Chandigarh, May 19, 2025: A delegation from the Punjab unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by state president Sunil Jakhar, met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Monday to express serious concerns over the Majitha spurious liquor tragedy.During the meeting, the BJP leaders submitted a memorandum, urging the Governor to intervene and seek accountability from the state government. The party alleged deep-rooted irregularities and corruption in the liquor trade and blamed the government for failing to act decisively in the wake of the tragedy.The BJP delegation also demanded a high-level investigation to uncover the full extent of the…

24 Feb

Sunil Jakhar Highlights Broken Seats on IndiGo Flight, Raises Safety Concerns

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New Delhi, February 24, 2025 – Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has raised concerns over broken seats on a Chandigarh-Delhi IndiGo flight, sharing photos of the issue on social media. His complaint comes a day after Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan flagged a similar problem on an Air India flight from Bhopal to Delhi.Jakhar posted on X (formerly Twitter), stating that while the IndiGo cabin crew was polite, they were unable to address the issue and advised him to lodge a complaint through the airline’s website. Jakhar Criticizes Airlines’ Approach to Safety "It seems broken seats, as pointed out…