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BJP delegation meets Punjab Governor seeking removal of CM Mann over misconduct claim
On May 3, 2026, a BJP delegation led by Sunil Jakhar met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to seek the removal of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, alleging constitutional misconduct during the Labour Day assembly session. Jakhar claimed Mann appeared in an inebriated state and urged the governor to appoint a new leader, while also demanding action against the chief secretary and defending the need for free official conduct. The AAP government denied the accusations, and a report detailing these events was published on May 4, 2026.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights ongoing political maneuvering between BJP and the ruling AAP in Punjab, with implications for governance and constitutional norms. It also underscores persistent efforts to influence leadership through formal channels and public accusations.
Timeline
3 Events
Article published detailing the BJP-Governor meeting
May 4, 2026
Media reports published detailing the BJP delegation’s meeting with the Punjab Governor and the allegations against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, as described in the day's coverage.
BJP delegation meets Punjab Governor with memorandum
May 3, 2026
A BJP delegation led by state president Sunil Jakhar met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and submitted a memorandum seeking the removal of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Jakhar alleged constitutional misconduct during the Labour Day session, claiming Mann appeared in an inebriated state and urged the governor to ask the ruling party leadership to appoint a new leader. He also called for summoning the Punjab chief secretary to ensure officials work freely within the law, and stated that the Labour Day session was a pretext to save Mann. Jakhar further alleged that the drug census would defame Punjab as a state of drug addicts, and listed delegation members: Ashwani Sharma, Vijay Sampla, Shwait Malik, Som Prakash, Fateh Jang Bajwa, Manpreet Singh Badal and Preneet Kaur.
Labour Day assembly session in Punjab
May 1, 2026
Punjab held its Labour Day assembly session. Cabinet minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that the opposition was conspiring to defame Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann through baseless ‘alcohol test’ demands, framing the broader context of ongoing political contention.