BJP and Akali Dal to Contest Separately in Punjab Lok Sabha Elections

The split is attributed to ideological differences, with a four-way electoral contest now expected for the state's 13 seats.

The BJP and Akali Dal will contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Punjab separately, ending speculation of a possible alliance.
A mismatch in core ideologies, particularly the Akali Dal's panthic agenda versus the BJP's nationalist stance, is cited as a key reason for the split.
The Akali Dal emphasizes principles over politics, aiming to champion the interests of Sikhs, minorities, and all Punjabis.
Punjab's 13 Lok Sabha seats will see a four-way contest involving the BJP, Akali Dal, Congress, and the Aam Aadmi Party.
Polling for the Lok Sabha seats in Punjab is scheduled for June 1, with results to be announced on June 4.