She quickly attempted to contain the backlash by posting her clarification on X.
Navjot Kaur Sidhu Suspended by Congress Over Controversial INR 500 Crore CM Post Claim in Punjab
On Monday, 8th December, 2025, Navjot Kaur Sidhu, a former Punjab MLA and wife of cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu, was suspended by the Congress after a controversial remark about the Chief Minister’s post. Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring made the announcement of her suspension via a post on X, which shared the party’s official order.
The controversy happened after Sidhu alleged that “one who gives a suitcase of INR 500 crore becomes the Chief Minister.” She made the comment while responding to a question about her husband’s potential return to active politics. She said he would only contest if declared the Congress Chief Ministerial face for the 2027 elections. She clarified that they did not have the INR 500 crore reportedly required to “buy” the post.
She quickly attempted to contain the backlash by posting her clarification on X. She said, “I am shocked to see the twist given to a straight comment, saying that our Congress party has never demanded anything from us. On being asked about Navjot becoming a CM face from any other party, I stated that we have no money to offer for a CM post. Listen carefully.”
Rival parties are seizing the opportunity to question Congress’s internal functioning with the political storm triggered by her comment. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) raised concerns over whether the alleged INR 500-crore suitcase was intended for the Congress high command or specifically for Rahul Gandhi. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) called Sidhu’s remark a “confession”, suggesting corruption within the party.
The suspension highlights growing internal tensions in the Punjab Congress ahead of the 2027 state assembly elections. Sidhu’s comments have sparked debate over transparency in political processes and the credibility of party leadership.
Congress took quick action,signaling zero tolerance for remarks that could damage its image or fuel opposition attacks. Navjot Kaur Sidhu’s suspension comes at a politically sensitive time, which reflects the delicate balance the party must maintain as it prepares for upcoming elections.
This episode highlights the scrutiny faced by prominent political families in Punjab and reinforces the importance of careful public communication, especially concerning sensitive issues such as party nominations and leadership roles.
Source: Hindustan Times
