Ahead of the Maghi Mela in Muktsar, Punjab Congress leaders Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and Charanjit Singh Channi held separate meetings. AICC general secretary Bhupesh Baghel attended Warring's press conference, while Channi met with a separate group of leaders, including former ministers and ex-MLAs. Security for the event, expected to draw 3-5 lakh devotees daily, involves over 6,000 police personnel, drones, and CCTV monitoring. A citizens' group has urged political parties to ensure garbage-free rallies.