Summary
Navjot Singh Sidhu may return to active politics if Congress declares him its chief ministerial face in Punjab, according to his wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu. She emphasized they do not have money to offer any party but can deliver results and transform Punjab into a “golden state.” Infighting within the Punjab Congress could affect his elevation, she warned.
Core statements
- Navjot Kaur Sidhu said Sidhu would return to active politics if Congress names him its chief ministerial candidate in Punjab.
- She claimed the couple does not have Rs 500 crore to offer to any party but can deliver results and turn Punjab into a golden state.
- She pointed to internal competition within the Punjab Congress, noting five leaders are supposedly vying for the CM post and may block Sidhu’s elevation.
Context and related coverage
- Reports highlight Sidhu’s potential return contingent on formal CM-face designation by the Congress, with his wife speaking on Saturday after a meeting with the Governor to discuss law and order and other issues.
- Additional outlets corroborate the stance that Sidhu’s comeback depends on party designation, while also noting possible infighting within Punjab Congress.
Quotes
- “If made Congress's CM face, Navjot Singh Sidhu will return to active politics.” — Navjot Kaur Sidhu.
- “We do not have Rs 500 crore to give just to sit in the chief minister's chair. If any party gives him the power to improve Punjab, we will give results and turn the state into a golden Punjab.” — Navjot Kaur Sidhu.
- “Five leaders are already aspiring for the chief minister's post and may block her husband's elevation.” — Navjot Kaur Sidhu.
Author’s note
Navjot Singh Sidhu’s political comeback hinges on a CM-face declaration by the Congress, with family statements underscoring a focus on Punjab-led development over financial backers.
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