AAP Surpasses Congress, BJP in 2022 Elections, Wins 15 Hindu-Majority Seats in Punjab
Punjabi Hindus, numbering over 10.6 million or 38.49% of the electorate, blend Hinduism with reverence for Sikhism and interfaith traditions. In 2022, AAP won 15 out of 22 Hindu-majority seats, surpassing Congress and BJP, which secured 5 and 2 seats respectively. Efforts to polarise this electorate have been ineffective due to their fluid religious identity and diverse caste composition.
28 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Despite a high voter turnout, Punjab's Dalit community continues to face political marginalization and limited representation in government.
9 AUG 2026
— NDTV
The 2024 Lok Sabha election saw a shift in vote share for both the BJP and SAD, prompting speculation about a potential future alliance.
17 AUG 2026
— NDTV
The BJP unveiled a diverse team of 64 national office bearers, including former Chief Ministers and a sitting Union Minister, to enhance social inclusion and geographic representation across India.
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