28 April
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has unveiled its candidate lineup for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Punjab and Chandigarh, with Virsa Singh Valtoha chosen to contest from the Khadur Sahib constituency. The announcement was made by SAD President and former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal via the party’s official platform, marking the culmination of extensive deliberations within the party ranks.
Virsa Singh Valtoha, a prominent figure within the party, brings with him a wealth of experience, having served as a two-time MLA. His electoral victories in the Valtoha assembly constituency in 2007 and Khemkaran in 2012 attest to his strong grassroots support and political acumen.
In the Khadur Sahib electoral arena, Valtoha will face formidable opponents, including Laljit Singh Bhullar from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Manjit Singh Manna from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Additionally, Amritpal Singh Khalsa, the chief leader of Waris Punjab, has thrown his hat into the ring, promising a competitive electoral landscape.
With the Congress party yet to unveil its candidate for the Khadur Sahib Lok Sabha seat, speculation mounts over the potential contenders and the ensuing electoral dynamics. As the political landscape in Punjab continues to evolve, the SAD’s nomination of Virsa Singh Valtoha sets the stage for a keenly contested electoral battle, underscoring the significance of every candidate’s role in shaping the region’s political future.