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Aam Aadmi Party Internal Rift in Jalandhar Cantt: Deepak Bali Appointed, Rajvinder Thiyara Upset
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 03:31 PM
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In Jalandhar Cantt, the Aam Aadmi Party has replaced Rajvinder Kaur Thiyara with Deepak Bali as a light charge, sparking discontent among Thiyara. An audio clip of the dispute has gone viral.
The Aam Aadmi Party in Jalandhar Cantt has recently reassigned its leadership structure, appointing Deepak Bali as a light charge after removing Rajvinder Kaur Thiyara from the position. The decision has triggered a visible rift within the party’s local cadre. Thiyara has expressed her displeasure publicly, and an audio clip of her grievances has circulated widely on social media.
Party officials have not released a formal statement explaining the rationale behind the change, but insiders suggest that the move was part of a broader strategy to consolidate leadership in the region. The appointment of Bali, a long‑time party worker, was seen as a step to strengthen grassroots control.
The viral audio has drawn attention to the internal dynamics of the Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab, raising questions about the party’s decision‑making processes and the treatment of senior members. Political analysts note that such disputes can impact the party’s image ahead of upcoming elections.
The situation remains fluid, with party leaders reportedly engaging in discussions to address the fallout. Observers will watch closely to see how the Aam Aadmi Party manages this internal conflict and whether it will affect its standing in the region.
Party officials have not released a formal statement explaining the rationale behind the change, but insiders suggest that the move was part of a broader strategy to consolidate leadership in the region. The appointment of Bali, a long‑time party worker, was seen as a step to strengthen grassroots control.
The viral audio has drawn attention to the internal dynamics of the Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab, raising questions about the party’s decision‑making processes and the treatment of senior members. Political analysts note that such disputes can impact the party’s image ahead of upcoming elections.
The situation remains fluid, with party leaders reportedly engaging in discussions to address the fallout. Observers will watch closely to see how the Aam Aadmi Party manages this internal conflict and whether it will affect its standing in the region.