Breaking: Scuffle breaks out between AAP MLA and Municipal Council President during Republic Day event
Babushahi Bureau
Bathinda (Punjab), January 26, 2026: A tense situation erupted during Republic Day celebrations in the Maur Assembly segment of Bathinda district when a scuffle broke out between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Sukhbir Singh Maiserkhana and Municipal Council President Karnail Singh.
According to sources, the dispute began over seating arrangements on the stage during the official event. The argument quickly escalated, leading to a physical altercation between the MLA and the Municipal Council President, causing chaos at the venue on the sacred occasion of January 26.
Amid the commotion, Municipal Council President Karnail Singh levelled serious allegations against MLA Sukhbir Singh Maiserkhana, accusing him of demanding and accepting ₹30 lakh in exchange for facilitating his appointment as Council President.
Following the incident, senior AAP civil leaders and police officials rushed to the spot. The administration intervened promptly and made efforts to pacify both sides and restore order at the event.