Punjab Lok Sabha election 2024: AAP- Key issues, challenges and more

2024 Lok Sabha Election in Punjab.

In a significant move ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its first list of candidates in Punjab, featuring a diverse array of individuals, including five cabinet ministers, a sitting MP, a former Congress MLA, and a prominent Punjabi artiste.

The list comprises a total of eight candidates, each bringing their unique background and experience to the electoral fray. Here's a breakdown of the key nominees:

Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, an eye surgeon with a long history of activism, will contest from Patiala against incumbent MP Perneet Kaur of the BJP.

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Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, known for his monumental victory against former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, will represent AAP from the Bathinda constituency.

NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, a former Congress member, brings his expertise in rural development to the electoral arena as AAP's nominee from Amritsar.

Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, a former AAP volunteer who defeated a political heavyweight in his constituency, will contest from Khadoor Sahib.

Sports Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, a dynamic leader known for his dedication to public service, will seek election from the Sangrur constituency.

Former Congress MLA Gurpreet Singh GP, who recently joined AAP, will represent the party from Fatehgarh Sahib.

AAP's sole Lok Sabha MP, Sushil Kumar Rinku, a former Congress MLA, will seek re-election from Jalandhar. Renowned Punjabi artiste Karamjit Anmol, known for his contributions to the entertainment industry, will enter the political arena as AAP's candidate from Faridkot. As AAP takes the lead in announcing its candidates, Punjab braces for a dynamic electoral contest characterized by diverse voices and competing visions for the state's future. With both AAP and Congress opting to contest independently, Punjab's political landscape promises to be fiercely contested, setting the stage for a compelling electoral battle.