Speculation is growing about a potential alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) for the upcoming Punjab elections. Despite past differences, both parties are reportedly considering a renewed partnership.
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BJP President Nitin Nabin has commenced his Punjab tour with an eye on the 2027 elections, promising a drug-free state under a 'double-engine' BJP government. This visit comes as Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers are staging statewide protests, accusing the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) of circulating a 'fake' video to defame Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
The father of a Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) worker has filed a contempt petition, alleging that Punjab Police and jail authorities defied a high court order.
Makhan Brar, son of veteran Akali leader Tota Singh, has resigned from a rebel faction, claiming a conspiracy by central agencies and AAP to weaken the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD).
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Sukhanand was gheraoed and subsequently evacuated by police in Punjab, as the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) accused the ruling party of 'stealing' the block samiti chief poll in Baghapurana.
Sukhbir Singh Badal, leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), announced the 'Akali Ghar Wapsi' as he welcomed the Hoshiarpur unit of Punar Surjit Dal back into the SAD fold.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has ruled out an alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), stating that the BJP's tie-up is with the people of Punjab. This clarifies the political stance regarding future electoral collaborations.
Hardeep Singh Puri stated that the BJP will not accept a 'younger brother' role in any potential alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) ahead of the Punjab polls. This declaration addresses speculation about a renewed partnership between the two parties.
Punjab is witnessing significant multi-directional political activity and churn, particularly amidst speculation regarding a potential alliance between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
The Punjab Assembly passed its budget, with the Congress and BJP parties staying away from the session. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) party, however, praised the budget.
Indian political leaders, including Rijiju and Rahul Gandhi, engaged in a public debate on social media regarding the women's quota and delimitation bills. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) also announced its support for both bills after a meeting between Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Modi.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has commented on a potential reunion between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), describing it as a 'desperate bid to regain power'.
Allegations of power theft at a Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) rally were made by Mann, but a subsequent investigation by the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) team failed to find any evidence.
A High Court-ordered repoll in Punjab concluded with high drama, as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) successfully retained the Baghapurana Block Samiti chair, while the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) lost both its posts.