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High drama in Punjab Assembly as Congress, Akali Dal allege CM Mann was drunk during House proceedings
On May 1, 2026, opposition parties in Punjab, including the Congress and the Shiromani Akali Dal, alleged that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann appeared intoxicated during Vidhan Sabha proceedings and demanded an alcohol test. Congress MLAs staged a walkout and urged the Speaker to take action, while the party called for dope testing of all MLAs and an independent medical check by PGIMER.
Why It Matters
The allegations involve the conduct of the Chief Minister during legislative proceedings and prompt calls for medical checks, highlighting political tension and accountability concerns in Punjab politics.
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Opposition parties allege CM Bhagwant Mann appeared intoxicated during Punjab Vidhan Sabha proceedings
May 1, 2026
On May 1, 2026, opposition parties including the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of appearing intoxicated during Vidhan Sabha proceedings and demanded an alcohol test. Congress MLAs staged a walkout and urged the Speaker to initiate action, while the party called for dope testing of all MLAs and an independent medical check by PGIMER.