Sidhus’ Congress Ties Snap: Dr. Navjot Kaur Expelled Amid Scathing “Pappu” Jibe At Rahul Gandhi

CHANDIGARH — The tumultuous relationship between the Sidhus and the Congress party reached its final chapter on Friday, February 6, 2026. Bhupesh Baghel, the AICC general secretary in-charge of Punjab, announced the formal expulsion of Dr. Navjot Kaur Sidhu for “disciplinary grounds,” effectively ending her stint with the party just as state assembly election fervor begins to build.

While Navjot Singh Sidhu remains technically within the Congress fold, his wife’s departure was marked by a series of explosive social media posts that targeted the very top of the party’s leadership.

1. The “Pappu” Outburst and Debate Challenge

Reacting to the expulsion, Dr. Navjot Kaur launched a blistering attack on Rahul Gandhi, reviving a derogatory moniker long used by the BJP.

• The “Pappu” Jibe: In a post on X, she wrote, “Pappu has finally put a stamp on his name,” accusing Gandhi of being “disconnected from ground realities” and living in a “self-created paradise.”
• The Coterie Allegation: She alleged that Gandhi is surrounded by an inner circle that “enjoys luxuries” and “sells tickets” long before official decisions are made.
• The Challenge: Dr. Sidhu has challenged Rahul Gandhi to a televised debate in Amritsar to discuss ground realities and his understanding of religious scriptures, including the Mool Mantra.

2. The Rupture: From “Suitcases” to Suspension

The friction began in December 2025 and escalated through early 2026:

• The ₹500 Crore Claim: Dr. Sidhu sparked a firestorm by claiming that in Punjab, the CM’s chair is only available to those who can provide a “suitcase of ₹500 crore.”
• Warring vs. Sidhu: She labeled Punjab Congress President Amrinder Singh Raja Warring as the “most horrific, incapable, and corrupt president,” accusing him of a secret “understanding” with the ruling AAP.
• The Mentors to Enemies: The vitriol is a sharp 180-degree turn from just months ago, when the couple referred to Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi as their “mentors” and “guiding angels.”

3. Future Moves: A BJP “Homecoming”?

While Dr. Sidhu maintains she hasn’t met with other parties, her recent conduct strongly hints at a return to her political roots:

• Praising PM Modi: She urged Punjabis to welcome PM Narendra Modi with “loving hearts” during his recent visit to the state and tagged the PMO and Amit Shah in her posts.
• BJP “Recognized Talent”: She publicly thanked the BJP for recognizing her merit in 2012 when they offered her an MLA ticket based on surveys, contrasting it with her experience in the Congress.
• The AAP Stance: The Aam Aadmi Party has already distanced itself, with Punjab unit chief Aman Arora calling Navjot Singh Sidhu a “migratory bird” with no place in their disciplined structure.

4. Timeline of the Sidhus’ Political Roller Coaster