Elections 2026

AAP Protests Across Punjab, Accuses Opposition of Defaming CM Mann

Chandigarh, June 20: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) organized widespread protests across Punjab on Saturday against the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), its president Sukhbir Singh Badal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Congress. The party alleged that a misleading and fake video circulating on social media is part of a deliberate campaign to defame ... Read more AAP Protests Across Punjab, Accuses Opposition of Defaming CM Mann

20 Jun 2026 10:54 pm
Akali Dal Accuses CM Bhagwant Mann of Undermining Akal Takhts Authority

Chandigarh, June 20: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) executive committee criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for allegedly challenging the authority of the Akal Takht on public platforms, which they claim is hurting the religious sentiments of the people. During a meeting chaired by party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, the committee stated that Mann is ... Read more Akali Dal Accuses CM Bhagwant Mann of Undermining Akal Takhts Authority

20 Jun 2026 1:14 am
Akal Takht Row Escalates: Sukhbir Badal Attacks Mann, BJP Seeks CBI Probe

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal has launched a scathing attack on Mann, accusing him of challenging the authority of the Akal Takht Sahib - the highest temporal authority for Sikhs.

17 Jun 2026 11:35 pm
Opinion: Haunted Or Hunted? Why The Ghosts Of 2015 Continue To Shadow Sukhbir Badal

Sukhbir Singh Badal may have completed the religious punishment imposed upon him, but his party is still being made to serve a political punishment.

17 Jun 2026 11:40 am
Sandeep Pathak Faces FIR After Joining BJP, Sukhbir Badal Accuses AAP of Selective Targeting

Chandigarh, May 2: Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, has launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). He criticized the recent FIRs filed against Sandeep Pathak in Punjab, claiming that AAPs approach resembles selective targeting. Badal alleged that individuals who remain within the party face no repercussions, while those ... Read more Sandeep Pathak Faces FIR After Joining BJP, Sukhbir Badal Accuses AAP of Selective Targeting

2 May 2026 1:33 pm
Opposition Questions Punjab Governments Response After Patiala Railway Track Blast

Mumbai, April 28: Following a blast on the railway track near the Shambhu-Haryana border in Patiala, concerns regarding security measures have been raised. Leaders from the opposition, including Sukhbir Singh Badal, have condemned the incident, accusing the government of negligence. They argue that despite receiving intelligence inputs, no precautions were taken. There are now calls ... Read more Opposition Questions Punjab Governments Response After Patiala Railway Track Blast

28 Apr 2026 12:20 pm
Shiromani Akali Dal Appoints Harkesh Singh Mohri as Haryana President

Chandigarh, April 9: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has made a significant organizational change aimed at strengthening its Haryana unit. Party president Sukhbir Singh Badal announced the appointment of Harkesh Singh Mohri as the new Haryana state president through a post on the social media platform X. In his announcement, Badal expressed his delight, stating, ... Read more Shiromani Akali Dal Appoints Harkesh Singh Mohri as Haryana President

9 Apr 2026 6:49 pm
AAP Government Forces Farmers into Despair: Sukhbir Badal

Chandigarh, March 24: Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), stated on Tuesday that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government is failing to provide any assistance to farmers in Punjab. This includes the promised Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 22 crops. As a result, farmers are being driven to despair and are ... Read more AAP Government Forces Farmers into Despair: Sukhbir Badal

24 Mar 2026 10:29 pm
AAP govt owes Rs 14,000 cr in arrears, misusing state funds: SAD chief Sukhbir Badal

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal accused the AAP government of neglecting employees and pensioners by withholding Rs 14,000 crore in arrears. He criticized the party's spending on advertisements and travel for leaders, welcoming the Punjab and Haryana High Court's deadline for clearing dues. Badal also demanded an impartial probe into alleged misuse of state funds for party agendas.

15 Mar 2026 12:39 pm