In a swift political development within the Moga Municipal Corporation, Parveen Peena has been appointed as the officiating mayor. This decision comes exactly one week after the removal of the previous mayor, Sanjeev Garg, marking a significant shift in the city's local governance.
Political Turmoil Leads to New Leadership
The appointment was formalized through an official order issued by the Punjab government's Department of Local Government. The order, dated April 2, 2025, directed Parveen Peena to assume the duties of the officiating mayor with immediate effect. This move follows the administrative action taken against the former mayor, Sanjeev Garg, who was removed from his position on March 26, 2025.
The circumstances surrounding Garg's removal were rooted in allegations of misconduct. According to reports, he was accused of misbehaving with a woman during an official event, which led to his dismissal by the state authorities. This incident triggered the need for interim leadership to ensure the continuity of civic administration in Moga.
Parveen Peena Steps Into the Role
Parveen Peena, who now takes on the responsibility, is not new to the political landscape of Moga. She has been serving as a Senior Deputy Mayor within the municipal corporation. Her elevation to the officiating mayor's post is seen as a step to maintain stability until a permanent appointment or election is conducted.
The government order clearly states that Peena will discharge the functions of the mayor until further instructions are issued. This interim arrangement is crucial for overseeing the day-to-day operations and ongoing projects of the Moga Municipal Corporation, which is responsible for providing essential urban services to the city's residents.
Implications for Moga's Civic Administration
This sudden change in leadership highlights the ongoing political dynamics within Punjab's urban local bodies. The appointment of an officiating mayor ensures there is no leadership vacuum, but it also sets the stage for potential political maneuvering in the coming weeks. The focus will now be on how smoothly the transition is managed and whether a permanent mayor will be elected from within the house or through other administrative processes.
Residents and political observers in Moga will be watching closely to see if Parveen Peena's tenure brings continuity or changes in the civic agenda. The incident preceding this appointment also underscores the increased scrutiny on the conduct of public representatives in the state.
For now, the Moga Municipal Corporation has a new acting head, and the administration is expected to continue its work under this interim leadership. The coming days will reveal the longer-term political ramifications of this week-long saga that saw one mayor removed and another appointed in his place.
