Punjab: Badal praises SAD-BJP rule as Amit Shah’s NDA pitch fuels reunion buzz
Speculation regarding a potential reunion between the BJP and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) in Punjab has increased following comments from Amit Shah and Sukhbir Singh Badal. While the BJP claims to be preparing to contest all seats, political signals suggest a possible shift in alliance dynamics ahead of the 2027 elections.
Why it matters
A potential realignment of major political parties in Punjab could significantly alter the state's electoral landscape and the influence of the NDA.
NEW DELHI: Speculation over a possible reunion between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) gathered pace on Friday after SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said his party was open to an alliance with parties that agree with its ideology and programmes, a day after Union home minister Amit Shah predicted an NDA government in Punjab in 2027.Badal, however, ruled out any understanding with the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), calling them the “two biggest enemies of Punjab”."During the SAD-BJP rule, peace prevailed in Punjab, and the state witnessed development, be it in infrastructure, industry, or the state becoming power surplus," Badal told reporters on Friday, according to PTI."Whether we form the government or not, we will continue to fight for the people of Punjab.
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