Punjab assembly elections

Analysis: Punjab's Majha Key Battleground As Panthic Votes Drift From Traditional Parties

A multi-cornered fight between AAP, Congress, SAD, BJP, and Amritpal Singh-led Shiromani Akali Dal Waris Punjab De will make the contests difficult.

Broken Promises, Empty Skies: Why NRIs Aren't Flying Home For Punjab Polls

In 2012, Manpreet Singh Badal launched his 'People's Party of Punjab' and in 2017 the Aam Aadmi Party forayed into the state's election process. Both parties were seen as new hope for the state, which was experiencing agrarian and social distress

Analysis: The Kingmaker Region - Why Doaba Holds Key To Punjab's Politics

The Doaba region is also known for its cultural, educational and political significance.

Punjab Congress kicks off mass mobilisation programme ahead of Assembly polls

Congress’s general secretary in charge for Punjab, Bhupesh Bhagel said the ruling AAP was on the way out; the Congress was the only option for the State, even as he predicted a five-cornered contest in Punjab this time

"Bring Back Channi" Slogans Interrupt Punjab Congress Chief's Address

The meeting was intended to strengthen the party's preparations

Can BJP crack Punjab? Inside its strategy to challenge AAP and Congress in 2027

The BJP is implementing a detailed strategy to gain ground in Punjab. Prime Minister Modi's visits and outreach to the Ravidassia community are key. The party is acquiring prominent leaders from rival parties to strengthen its organization. New state leadership aims to connect with Sikh voters and expand rural reach. The BJP is also attacking rivals while promising development and prosperity.

Analysis: How Punjab's Enduring Crime-Politics Nexus Can Impact 2027 Polls

The crime-politics nexus has not only polluted the democratic process in Punjab but has also thrown the electorate into disarray and despair.

Congress is Punjab's only hope, says Bhupesh Baghel amid 2027 push

Congress is Punjab's only hope, says Bhupesh Baghel amid 2027 push

'If A Girl Is Born, You Blame Centre': AAP Slams BJP MLA's "Sexist" Remark

Ashwani Sharma later clarified his remarks and issued an apology.

Sukhbir Badal meets PM Modi, fuels alliance buzz ahead of Punjab polls next year

Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal meets PM Modi, raising speculation on SAD-BJP alliance

Senior party leader Daljit Cheema declined to comment on the alliance for now, stating only that talks had taken place; “The leaders have met, that’s all,” Mr. Cheema told The Hindu.

BJP, Akali Dal To Revive Alliance? PM-Sukhbir Badal Meet Triggers Buzz

Sukhbir Badal met PM Modi in Parliament on Friday

SAD Chief Sukhbir Badal Meets PM Modi, Triggers Alliance Buzz Ahead of Punjab Elections 2027; Here's What State BJP Chief Said

Inside Punjab's 'Chief Minister Factory': Who Has Edge In Malwa?

Several of the same factors that carried the AAP to victory in 2022 could now work against it in 2027.

PM Modi's meet with Badal fuels buzz about BJP-SAD pact

Sukhbir Singh Badal, the president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, recently met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, igniting discussions about a possible revival of their political alliance in Punjab. While the BJP has declared intentions to run independently in the upcoming elections, support for reconnecting with the Akali Dal exists among some state leaders. This split could inadvertently benefit the Aam Aadmi Party amid multifaceted party dynamics.

'Committed To BJP': Amarinder Singh After Rahul Gandhi Calls Him Favourite

Rahul Gandhi's remark came in a video shared on Instagram

Ahead of 2027 Punjab polls, OPS and other govt. employee issues come back to haunt AAP

Scores of State government employees and pensioners on August 7 staged an ‘anti-government’ demonstration in Chandigarh

‘Panthic’ politics: SAD-BJP renewed alliance could reignite Akali Dal’s core base ahead of 2027 Punjab polls

If the Akali Dal’s core support base sees a genuine prospect of returning to power through this alliance, that itself could become a rallying point drawing voters back to the SAD led by Sukhbir Singh Badal

Guru Ravidas Centre Latest In AAP vs BJP Row Over Punjab's Dalit Votes

Bhagwant Mann has repeatedly sought to position the government's initiatives around Guru Ravidas.

Akalis Gear Up For Punjab Battle, Recharged By Alliance Buzz

The SAD has announced 15 more rallies across Punjab in August and September, following 40 rallies already held across the state.

Punjab Politics: Why BJP And Akali Dal May Need Each Other Again

The SAD's trajectory is almost the reverse of the BJP's.

BJP's Organisational Reset In Punjab Faces Another Challenge: Alliance Buzz

Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon was summoned to Delhi. The Central leadership is learnt to have conveyed a clear message: Contain the rebellion, avoid arbitrary decisions and take everyone along.

Haryana CM downplays speculation over renewal of SAD-BJP alliance

‘The BJP’s alliance is with the people of Punjab,’ says Nayab Singh Saini, adding, ‘There is no need to view anyone meeting with the Prime Minister through a political lens’

Analysis: How Drugs Issue Could Become BJP's Trump Card in Punjab

At the national level, the BJP government has also launched an anti-drug programme, allowing the party to frame the Punjab drug crisis not simply as a state law and order issue but as part of a larger national campaign against narcotics.

'At no cost' will Mann complete tenure: Warring predicts AAP govt collapse in Punjab

Analysis: The Rise Of Religious Yatras In Punjab Ahead Of 2027 Polls

According to information, more than 1.3 lakh people had already participated by April 2026.

Analysis: Five Reasons A BJP-Akali Reunion Will Not Be Easy

Both BJP and Akali Dal tested the waters by contesting 2022 assembly and 2024 Lok Sabha elections solo but the results made them realise that had they fought together, the vote percentage might have gone up.

Why potential BJP-SAD alliance could be game changer for both; and a worry for AAP, Congress

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini has categorically denied any prospective alliance with Shiromani Akali Dal for 2027 Punjab assembly elections. However, recent discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal have led to renewed speculation around possible tie-up. After the meeting, SAD, whose electoral fortunes have waned significantly, changed its perspective on delimitation. The BJP is reportedly keen on dominating any potential alliance.

Analysis: Why Punjab's Farmer Leaders Fail At Electoral Politics

They also attracted the attention of Punjabis living abroad. Logistical and financial help poured in, fuelling the agitation for one-and-half years.

Punjab Assembly polls: BJP’s pro-Sikh strategy gives AAP scope for Hindu outreach

With the BJP busy promoting its ‘pro-Sikh’ image and the Congress currently caught up in internal fighting, the AAP is trying to capture a share of the Hindu vote bank in Punjab

Ahead of Punjab polls, is Akali Dal set to rejoin the NDA? | Talking Politics

In this week’s Talk Politics, The Hindu’s Nistula Hebbar looks at the possibility of the Shiromani Akali Dal rejoining the BJP-led NDA ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections. What is driving the possible rapprochement, and what could it mean for Punjab’s political landscape?

Analysis | Turban In Punjab, Lathis In Haryana: Will Ambala Hurt BJP's Sikh Outreach?

Nayab Singh Saini often projected a turbaned Sikh identity during his campaign appearances

To Beat AAP, Three Musketeers to Sail BJP's Boat In Punjab

The three BJP leaders are together in an interesting political combination.

Analysis: How AAP's Vendetta Charge In Delhi Runs Into A Mirror In Punjab

Arvind Kejriwal's party presents Jain's release as proof of political vendetta, while the BJP points to the ongoing investigations in Punjab as proof of corruption.

Demolition Relief For Lawyer Who Sought CBI Probe Into Bhagwant Mann's Aides

The court has not, at this stage, made any finding linking the demolition proceedings to Saraf's PIL.

Want to make Punjab an education hub, says CM as state tops primary education

Want to make Punjab an education hub, says CM as state tops primary education

Congress replaces Bhupesh Baghel with Sachin Pilot as Punjab general secretary

In Congress organisational reshuffle, Sachin Pilot gets poll-bound Punjab, Surjewala for Gujarat, Baghel moved to Assam

The changes are part of the party’s latest organisational reshuffle and take effect immediately

Pilot in key role as Cong eyes Punjab polls win

Delhi CM flays AAP government in Punjab for failing to curb drug menace

‘A government that keeps giving new deadlines cannot be expected to eradicate drugs,’ Rekha Gupta says, ahead of the BJP’s Punjab unit flagging off the second ‘Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra’

Bhagwant Mann launches AAP's 2027 poll pamphlet, urges Punjab not to change govt

Bhagwant Mann launches AAP's 2027 poll pamphlet, urges Punjab not to change govt

Mann Da Munafa is AAP's pitch as Bhagwant Mann launches Punjab poll campaign

Mann Da Munafa is AAP's pitch as Bhagwant Mann launches Punjab poll campaign

When Two Akali Dals Faced Off At A Fair: Panthic Politics Dominates Chhapar Mela

Sukhbir Badal slammed Manpreet Ayali, a senior MLA who left his party for Amritpal's.

Congress MLA vs AAP Leader Spotlights Punjab Government Bungalow Allotments

Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira (L) and AAP leader Gayatri Bishnoi (R)

In Punjab Ahead Of Polls, Fighting Drugs Becomes About Optics

The dope test challenge effectively turns that rhetoric into a public political exercise.

Former ED officer Niranjan Singh leaves Waris Punjab De over 'non-negotiable' issues

Former ED officer Niranjan Singh leaves Waris Punjab De over 'non-negotiable' issues

Law must not be weakened at any cost: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on anti-sacrilege law

Law must not be weakened at any cost: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on anti-sacrilege law