Amit Shah Claims NDA Victory in Punjab, Signals Possible Re‑Alliance with SAD

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) announced a decisive victory in the recent Punjab elections, according to party chief Amit Shah. Shah stated that the alliance secured a majority of seats, positioning it to form the state government. He also hinted at a potential partnership with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), which has historically been a key ally of the BJP. Sukhbir Badal, the former deputy chief minister of Punjab, expressed openness to ties with the BJP, suggesting a possible re‑alignment of the two parties.