Overview

• Punjab AAP chief Aman Arora said Manish Sisodia’s comment does not reflect the party’s ideology and framed it as an individual remark.
• Arora emphasized that AAP will seek votes on its work and said the viral clip was taken out of context.
• A video shared by rivals shows Sisodia telling workers to use all means necessary to win the 2027 Punjab polls at a Mohali party training event attended by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
• Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar has written to the Election Commission alleging Sisodia admitted intent to adopt corrupt and intimidatory practices and has sought action, including an FIR.
• Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has asked the Election Commission to derecognise AAP over the episode.