Panjoli Quits 'Akali Dal Punar Surjit': Major Blow to Giani Harpreet Singh's Party - Punjabi News

Published on: 24 Feb 2026 at 01:08 PM

Panjoli Quits ‘Akali Dal Punar Surjit’: Major Blow to Giani Harpreet Singh’s Party

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Panjoli Quits ‘Akali Dal Punar Surjit’: Major Blow to Giani Harpreet Singh’s Party

Fatehgarh Sahib/Chandigarh, February 24, 2026
Senior SGPC member and Taksali leader Jathedar Karnail Singh Panjoli has resigned from Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) led by Giani Harpreet Singh, citing personal reasons amid speculation of dissatisfaction with party functioning.

Resignation Statement

Panjoli’s social media post: Joined as State Delegate for president’s election, fulfilled role honestly. Post-election, no duties assigned. Party elements harmed his caste, community, social standing; caused financial losses. Feb 22 incident forced exit—no formal position to resign from, but severs ties henceforth. Prays for party’s success.

Political Impact

Panjoli—longtime SAD (Badal) loyalist, multiple SGPC roles—seen unhappy with Taksali/old guard sidelining. Sikh institutional reform advocate; new party didn’t align with vision. Opposition eyes bypoll gains; Akali factions intensify Punjab power struggle.