Sukhbir Singh Badal

Politician

Indian Faridkot, Punjab, India

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth09/07/1962
Age63 years
BirthplaceFaridkot, Punjab, India

Latest News about Sukhbir Singh Badal

14/03/2026

Reacting to the BJP's announcement to contest the 2027 Punjab elections independently, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal asserted that every party has the right to decide on alliances. He emphasized that SAD prioritizes Punjab's interests above all and expressed confidence in securing a landslide victory in 2027. Badal outlined SAD's vision including free education up to graduation, new colleges in each district, action against gangsters and drugs, and environmental protection.

10/03/2026

Sukhbir Singh Badal announced key appointments to strengthen the Shiromani Akali Dal's organisational structure. Jiwan Dhawan was appointed as Senior Vice President, Prem Singh Harnampura as Vice President, and Dr. Harpal Singh Kohli as a member of the Political Affairs Committee. Badal stated these moves would enhance leadership and advance the party's mission for Punjab's peace and progress.

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameSukhbir Singh Badal
PartyShiromani Akali Dal (SAD)
Current PositionPresident of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD)

Physical Stats & More

Height173 cm (5' 8")
Weight76 kg (168 lbs)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorWhite

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolThe Lawrence School, Sanawar, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
College/University
  • Panjab University Chandigarh, India
  • California State University, Los Angeles, United States
Degrees
  • M.A. Hons School in Economics from Panjab University Chandigarh
  • M.B.A from California State University, Los Angeles, the United States

Personal Life

ReligionSikhism
AddressKothi No. 256, Sector-9 C, Chandigarh
Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Doing Yoga

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
WifeHarsimrat Kaur Badal
Children
  • Anantbir Singh
  • Harleen Kaur
  • Gurleen Kaur

Family

FatherParkash Singh Badal (politician)
MotherLate Surinder Kaur
SisterPreneet Kaur

Career

Political Journey
  • Member of Parliament of the 11th Lok Sabha from Faridkot constituency
  • Member of Parliament of the 12th Lok Sabha from Faridkot constituency
  • Union Minister of State for Industry in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee's government
  • Member of Rajya Sabha
  • Member of the 14th Lok Sabha from Faridkot constituency
  • President of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD)
  • Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab
  • Elected to the 17th Lok Sabha from Ferozpur, Punjab

Favourites

Favourite PoliticianParkash Singh Badal

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He was born in Faridkot district of Punjab to Parkash Singh Badal and Surinder Kaur.
2. His father, Parkash Singh Badal, is a prominent politician in Punjab and has been the Chief Minister of the state five times.
3. In January 2008, he became the youngest President of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD).
4. January 2009 marked the year when he was appointed the Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab.
5. In 2013, he launched the 'Progressive Punjab Investors Summit' to attract investors and foster economic development in the state.
6. He has significant influence over Sikh organisations, particularly the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.
7. He and his family have ownership stakes in various businesses including real estate, transport, and other commercial activities.
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