NEW DELHI, July 13 ,2024: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced a record victory in the Jalandhar West assembly by-election, a result they say demonstrates the public’s unwavering faith in the Bhagwant Mann government. Senior AAP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh stated that AAP candidate Mohinder Bhagat won by a margin of nearly 38,000 votes.
Key Points from the AAP Leadership:
- Sanjay Singh: “This victory signifies that betraying the Aam Aadmi Party leads to the end of one’s political career. AAP workers, who previously helped Sheetal Angural win, saw him switch to BJP only to face a significant defeat.”
- Dr. Sandeep Pathak: Echoed these sentiments, stating that the victory confirms public approval of Arvind Kejriwal’s politics and governance. He labeled the result as a substantial blow to the BJP, asserting that the people of Punjab are satisfied with the work of Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Mann.
Campaign Efforts:
- CM Bhagwant Mann led an intensive campaign with support from ministers, MLAs, and party workers. Despite an underwhelming Lok Sabha election result, the by-election outcome reaffirmed public trust in the AAP state government.
Implications for the INDIA Alliance:
- According to Sanjay Singh, the INDIA alliance is seeing widespread success in the current by-elections, reflecting a broader disillusionment with the BJP’s policies and promises. He criticized schemes like Agniveer and called for their abolishment in favor of traditional army recruitment methods.
Message to Party Members:
- Singh emphasized the importance of loyalty within the party, urging members to resolve internal differences rather than defect. He cited past defections that resulted in losses for those who joined the BJP, including former AAP MPs and MLAs.
Dr. Pathak’s Views:
- Dr. Sandeep Pathak warned against switching parties for money or power, suggesting that the public does not forgive such betrayals. He highlighted the need for resilience in the face of political and legal challenges, referencing the case of Arvind Kejriwal, who remains in jail despite bail due to alleged conspiracies by the BJP.
Concluding Remarks:
- The AAP leaders called for a change in the BJP’s approach, urging them to abandon divisive and authoritarian tactics. They stressed that the by-election results are a testament to the public’s rejection of such politics.
The resounding victory in the Jalandhar West by-election serves as a strong endorsement of AAP’s governance in Punjab and a clear message against political betrayal and opportunism.
The Impressive Times
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