Dalit vs Jat Sikh Politics Rocks Punjab Congress; Channi's Claims Spark Row

• Former CM Charanjit Singh Channi complained about inadequate Dalit representation in Punjab Congress at an SC wing meeting.
• Channi highlighted that key party positions are held by Jat Sikhs, while Dalit leaders supported his claims with slogans.
• Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring countered, citing Channi's own rise to CM, Lok Sabha MP, and CWC member as proof of Dalit representation.
• Warring emphasized Congress as a secular party, not making decisions based on caste or religion.
• Channi later denied making casteist remarks, attributing the controversy to 'false propaganda' and affirming his belief in unity.

Why It Matters: Internal caste-based politics are weakening Punjab Congress, hindering its role as an effective opposition.