Chandigarh: Former Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Bibi Jagir Kaur’s expected return to the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) has been postponed after Union home minister Amit Shah summoned party president Sukhbir Singh Badal to Delhi on November 13.
Reports of Bibi Jagir Kaur’s possible return had triggered considerable political activity in Punjab. She was also facing criticism and trolling on social media.
A major gathering had been planned at her residence in Begowal on November 13, with people from the Bholath constituency invited to attend.
There was speculation that she would rejoin the Akali Dal on November 13, 2026, in the presence of Sukhbir Singh Badal. The homecoming was expected to take place at the dera of Sant Prem Singh Murale Wale, where Bibi Jagir Kaur serves as the chief sewadar.
Confirming the possibility of her return, Bibi Jagir Kaur had said reforms within the Akali Dal could only be brought about by remaining within the party rather than staying outside it. She had also stressed the need to maintain coordination with the central government to bring about improvements in Punjab.
