Mohali: Congress leaders and workers, led by former Punjab health minister Balbir Singh Sidhu, held a protest against the AAP government in Mohali on Monday, alleging intimidation, lawlessness, and misuse of power.
Protest march and police intervention
The protest began in Sector 78, with workers marching towards MLA Kulwant Singh's office in Sector 79. Police stopped the march midway, following which protesters staged a demonstration and raised slogans against the state government.
Sidhu's allegations
Addressing the gathering, Sidhu accused the government of vendetta politics and suppressing opposition voices. He alleged misuse of police machinery to target political opponents. As part of the protest, workers scattered brooms on the road, claiming it symbolised public rejection of AAP in the next assembly polls.
Sidhu said people were disillusioned with the government's performance and unfulfilled promises. Referring to the arrest of a Congress worker in Tanda, he questioned the police's priorities, alleging selective action. He also condemned the baton charge on PSPCL employees in Patiala.
Warning of statewide agitation
Sidhu claimed democratic values were being undermined and warned that the Congress would launch a statewide agitation if "politics of intimidation" continued. The protest reflects growing tensions between the Congress and AAP in Punjab ahead of future elections.
