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BJP’s Dhami says AAP has turned Punjab into ‘Udta Punjab’, promises ‘Ubharda Punjab’
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 09:31 PM
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BJP leader Dhami criticised the AAP government in Punjab, labeling the state as ‘Udta Punjab’ and pledged that the BJP will transform it into ‘Ubharda Punjab’.
Punjab’s political landscape witnessed a sharp exchange on Tuesday when BJP spokesperson Dhami accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of turning the state into a ‘Udta Punjab’. In his remarks, Dhami warned that the current administration’s policies have led to a deteriorating situation, using the popular film title as a metaphor for chaos and decline.
He further asserted that the BJP, if given a chance to govern, would reverse this trend and usher in a period he described as ‘Ubharda Punjab’, implying growth and revitalisation. The statement was made during a party meeting in the state’s capital, where senior BJP leaders were present.
The comments come ahead of the upcoming state elections, where both parties are intensifying their campaigns. While the AAP has not responded publicly to Dhami’s remarks, political analysts note that such rhetoric aims to sway undecided voters by highlighting perceived governance failures.
The BJP’s narrative focuses on promises of development, improved law and order, and economic revival, contrasting with the AAP’s record on welfare schemes and drug control. The political duel is expected to shape voter sentiment as the election date approaches.
No official response from the AAP has been recorded as of now, and the discourse is likely to continue in the coming weeks.
He further asserted that the BJP, if given a chance to govern, would reverse this trend and usher in a period he described as ‘Ubharda Punjab’, implying growth and revitalisation. The statement was made during a party meeting in the state’s capital, where senior BJP leaders were present.
The comments come ahead of the upcoming state elections, where both parties are intensifying their campaigns. While the AAP has not responded publicly to Dhami’s remarks, political analysts note that such rhetoric aims to sway undecided voters by highlighting perceived governance failures.
The BJP’s narrative focuses on promises of development, improved law and order, and economic revival, contrasting with the AAP’s record on welfare schemes and drug control. The political duel is expected to shape voter sentiment as the election date approaches.
No official response from the AAP has been recorded as of now, and the discourse is likely to continue in the coming weeks.