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Sukhbir Badal rebuilds SAD in Punjab with small outreach and flood credit
Politics
Published on 25 April 2026
No big rallies yet the outreach is working
Sukhbir Badal is quietly working to rebuild the Shiromani Akali Dal ahead of Punjab elections, prioritising one on one interactions and small gatherings over large rallies. The party claims it is gaining traction after flood relief efforts, with local people responding positively. Badal is also exploring the possibility of an alliance with the BJP to strengthen its electoral prospects.
- Sukhbir Badal is focusing on smaller, direct outreach instead of big rallies
- Flood relief work is credited for improving public response
- The SAD is preparing for upcoming Punjab elections
- A BJP alliance is reportedly under consideration
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