Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 15/03/1963 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Village Makrona Kalan, Chamkaur Sahib, Punjab |
Latest News about Charanjit Singh Channi
19/01/2026
Former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi drew criticism after remarks at a Punjab Congress Scheduled Caste wing meeting in which he questioned representation of Dalits in key party posts. A video of the comments circulated widely, prompting accusations of casteist politics. Channi later clarified that he was not making casteist remarks and said he remained grateful for the responsibilities given to him by the party.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Khalsa Senior Secondary School, Kharar |
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Personal Life
| School | Khalsa Senior Secondary School, Kharar |
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| Religion | Sikh |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Wife | Dr. Kamaljit Kaur (Doctor, now retired from Govt.) |
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| Father | S. Harsa Singh |
| Mother | Late Ajmer Kaur |
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Career
| Political Party | Indian National Congress |
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Social Media
| https://x.com/CHARANJITCHANNI |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Charanjit Singh Channi made history as the first scheduled caste Chief Minister of Punjab. | |
| 2. Throughout his political journey, he has faced several controversies. | |
| 3. Channi is recognized for his strong academic background and active involvement in extracurricular activities during his student years. | |
| 4. He represented Panjab University three times in handball and received a Gold Medal in the Inter-University Sports Meet. |