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BJP Old Guard In Punjab Resists Akali Alliance, Sukhbir Badal A Sticking Point

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In short

Seasoned Bharatiya Janata Party leaders in Punjab are voicing opposition to forming an electoral coalition with the Shiromani Akali Dal. The primary obstacle to the pact is SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal. The pushback reflects concerns over the Shiromani Akali Dal's declining political fortunes throughout the state's past few elections.

Key points

  • Veteran state party members are actively pushing back against a renewed regional alliance.: Veteran state party members are actively pushing back against a renewed regional alliance.
  • Sukhbir Singh Badal's continued leadership remains the key obstacle to any prospective po…: Sukhbir Singh Badal's continued leadership remains the key obstacle to any prospective political deal.
  • Previous election setbacks for the regional partner are driving current resistance to the…: Previous election setbacks for the regional partner are driving current resistance to the partnership.

The SAD led by Sukhbir Singh Badal has seen a decline in its fortunes over the past few polls.

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