Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has publicly commented on the leadership transition within the Punjab Congress, specifically referencing the appointment of Pargat Singh. Using a sports metaphor, Mann stated, "I hope his team members also pass him the ball, because without a pass, no goal can be scored."

The remark serves as a political jab, implying that the effectiveness of the new Congress leadership depends on the cooperation of its members. By invoking hockey—a sport in which Pargat Singh, a former Olympian, has a professional background—Mann framed the internal political struggles of the opposition as a failure of collective effort.

While the comment was framed as a critique of the Congress party's internal cohesion, it also highlights the ongoing political rivalry between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress in Punjab. The statement focuses on the necessity of internal support for a leader to be effective, suggesting that without such support, the party's political objectives remain unattainable. The Congress party has not yet issued a formal response to this specific metaphor, though the comment underscores the heightened scrutiny surrounding the new leadership's ability to unify the party ranks ahead of future political challenges.