Punjab Lok Sabha Elections 2024 dates, schedule, phase, constituency, candidates, details: All you need to know
In recent memory, the unexpected surge of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in 2014 and the resounding performance of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2019 have underscored Punjab's significance in national politics.
Punjab Lok Sabha Elections 2024:
The political arena in Punjab is marked by a multitude of players, with the elections shaping up to be a contest not merely between two parties or alliances, but among several contenders. The Congress, a stalwart in the state's political landscape, finds itself challenged by the incumbent AAP, despite its setback in the 2022 Assembly elections. Additionally, the BJP, though having suffered losses, remains a formidable force. Regional entities like the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) further add layers to Punjab's intricate political fabric.
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As the political landscape evolves, significant changes are evident in the alliances and party dynamics. The AAP, having risen to power in the state assembly, now commands a different position compared to its debut in the Lok Sabha Elections. Conversely, the popularity of the INC has witnessed a decline. The BJP, severed from its alliance with the SAD since 2023, will contest the elections independently. Despite being part of the newly formed I.N.D.I.A alliance, both AAP and INC will vie for power as opposition forces in Punjab.
Punjab Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates
Traditionally, Punjab's Lok Sabha Elections have been conducted in a single phase, and it is expected to be no different in 2024. If history
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