The political landscape in Punjab is currently witnessing high-voltage drama. Today, Sunday, May 3, 2026, the Punjab BJP intensified its offensive against the AAP government, focusing on the fallout from a chaotic special Assembly session and recent high-profile defections.
Here are the top 10 news headlines regarding the BJP in Punjab today:
Top 10 BJP Punjab Headlines
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Sunil Jakhar Leads Delegation to Governor: State President Sunil Jakhar met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria today to demand the resignation of CM Bhagwant Mann over “constitutional misconduct.”
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BJP Seeks Conduct Report on CM: In a formal memorandum, the BJP urged the Governor to seek a detailed report on allegations that the CM attended the Vidhan Sabha in an “inebriated condition” on May 1.
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“Political Vendetta” Over Sandeep Pathak FIR: BJP leaders slammed the Punjab Police for booking Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak (who recently jumped from AAP to BJP) under non-bailable sections, calling it a “planned conspiracy.”
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“Janta Di Vidhan Sabha” Success: The BJP hailed its “parallel mock session” held near the party headquarters as a successful protest against the “misuse” of the official state machinery.
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Sunil Jakhar Warns Officials: The state chief issued a stern warning to Punjab Police and regulatory officials against “overstepping legal boundaries” to target political opponents.
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Mass Defection Aftermath: BJP continues to consolidate its position after seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs (including Raghav Chadha and Harbhajan Singh) recently merged with the saffron party.
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Ashwani Sharma Slams “Politics of Fear”: BJP State Working President Ashwani Sharma accused Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann of using the police as a “political weapon” to intimidate former allies.
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Demand for White Paper on State Finances: During today’s briefings, BJP leaders demanded a white paper on Punjab’s debt, specifically regarding pending DA installments for state employees.
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Countering “Operation Lotus” Allegations: BJP leadership dismissed AAP’s “Operation Lotus” claims as a “fragile facade” meant to hide internal instability within the ruling party.
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Focus on 2027 Assembly Polls: High-level internal meetings are reportedly scheduled for this evening to discuss the BJP’s roadmap for the upcoming 2027 Assembly elections following the recent boost in their Rajya Sabha strength.
