During a public rally in Moga, Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann delivered a humorous critique of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leaders Sukhbir Singh Badal and Bikram Singh Majithia, using his trademark 'kikli' style to entertain the audience. The SAD responded with an AI-generated video that humorously depicted Mann suffering from 'Sukhbir Phobia,' suggesting he should avoid Badal's social media presence for a speedy recovery. This exchange highlights the escalating political rivalry as both parties prepare for the 2027 assembly elections.

In a related political development, Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring mistakenly thanked Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu for a partial rollback of an entry tax hike, which has caused public protests. Meanwhile, Jalandhar, a key area for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Dalit politics, is becoming a focal point for major political figures, including Mann and Warring, as they establish residences there to strengthen their local presence ahead of the elections. Additionally, discussions about potential candidates for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) chief position are emerging, with Haryana IPS officer Shatrujeet Kapur being a prominent contender.