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Former Hockey Captain Pargat Singh Named President of Punjab Congress
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 09:31 PM
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The Indian National Congress has appointed former hockey captain and MLA Pargat Singh as the new head of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee.
The Indian National Congress announced the appointment of former Indian hockey captain and sitting legislator Pargat Singh as the new president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC). The decision is part of the party's effort to revitalize its organisational structure in the state.
Pargat Singh, who captained the national hockey team before entering politics, has been serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly from Punjab. His dual experience in sports and public service is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the party's state leadership.
Party officials said the move aims to consolidate the Congress's grassroots network and improve its electoral prospects ahead of upcoming state elections. Singh is expected to focus on strengthening cadre coordination and outreach across Punjab's diverse regions.
Pargat Singh, who captained the national hockey team before entering politics, has been serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly from Punjab. His dual experience in sports and public service is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the party's state leadership.
Party officials said the move aims to consolidate the Congress's grassroots network and improve its electoral prospects ahead of upcoming state elections. Singh is expected to focus on strengthening cadre coordination and outreach across Punjab's diverse regions.