Akali Dal, BJP reunion in Punjab? Badal says open to pact with like-minded parties

India Today · India Today News Desk · 2026-10-23 12:28 UTC

Sukhbir Singh Badal said the SAD was open to alliances with ideologically aligned parties The remarks fuelled reunion speculation with the BJP before Punjab039s 2027 election

Sukhbir Singh Badal said the SAD was open to alliances with ideologically aligned parties. The remarks fuelled reunion speculation with the BJP before Punjab's 2027 election.

Amid speculation about a possible reunion between the Shiromani Akali Dal and the BJP, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal said his party was open to alliances with parties that agree with its ideology and programmes.

Badal described the Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress as Punjab's "biggest enemies" and ruled out any understanding with them. His remarks came ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections scheduled for early next year.

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