Could Haryana Be Next Punjab? Congress’ Kumari Selja Threatens to Resign If Organisational Changes Are Made
2 years, 8 months ago

Could Haryana Be Next Punjab? Congress’ Kumari Selja Threatens to Resign If Organisational Changes Are Made

News 18  

After Punjab, the Congress could find itself in an equally tumultuous situation in neighbouring Haryana where the high command is contemplating a rejig of the state unit. According to sources in the Haryana Congress, even before the high command could make the changes, the incumbent state unit chief, Kumari Selja, has reportedly threatened to quit the party along with other senior leaders. Top sources said Selja has informed the high command about her decision to quit the party if the changes do take place. Sources further said the party high command was contemplating a major overhaul of the organisation in the state, including changing the state unit chief.

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Hindustan Times  

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

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Hindustan Times  

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4 months ago

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India TV News  

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India TV News  

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India Today  

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4 years ago

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Hindustan Times  

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