Punjab Newsline | Chandigarh
A verbal spat between Punjab Congress leaders Brinder Singh Dhillon and Ranjeet Tarkhan escalated into a heated confrontation on Tuesday evening, with the two reportedly exchanging threats. Other party leaders and workers present at the spot intervened to separate them and defuse the situation. Police also reached the scene following a complaint.
According to information, tensions had reportedly been simmering between the two leaders over an issue for nearly a week. The dispute resurfaced when they came face-to-face on Tuesday evening. What began as an argument soon intensified, with the exchange of words reportedly escalating to threats and a possible physical confrontation.
As the situation grew tense, people present at the spot stepped in to separate the two leaders and prevent further escalation. Meanwhile, a complaint was reportedly submitted to the police, following which police personnel reached the scene.
The exact issue that triggered the confrontation remains unclear. The police response and any further action in the matter are also awaiting official confirmation.
Brinder Singh Dhillon has been active in Punjab Youth Congress politics and has also been associated with student politics at Panjab University. The public altercation has drawn attention to the reported differences between the two young Congress leaders.
The official versions of both leaders are yet to emerge. Further details regarding the cause of the dispute and the action taken on the complaint are awaited.
