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The Times of India

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In Jat Sikh pivot, BJP picks Kewal Singh Dhillon as its Punjab chief

The BJP has appointed former Congress MLA Kewal Singh Dhillon as its Punjab president, a significant move ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. Dhillon, a wealthy Jat Sikh industrialist, aims to revive Punjab's past glory and address key issues. This appointment marks a departure from the party's previous practice of selecting Hindu leaders in the Sikh-majority state.

29 May 2026 9:54 am