Raipur, July 11 -- AICC General Secretary in-charge of Punjab Bhupesh Baghel on Saturday asserted that there is no factionism within the Punjab Congress ranks as he concluded his six-day round of consultations with state party leaders, adding that leaders and workers alike were keen to be given responsibility ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.

Addressing reporters in Chhattisgarh, Baghel gave an account of his recent engagements with the state unit.

"In these six days, I held meetings with many committees and held meetings regarding election preparations. I also visited the residences of various senior leaders and met them. The 2027 elections are drawing closer. I have taken all the leaders' experiences and suggestions regarding its ...