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Shiro Mani Akali Dal activists hold candle march in Ludhiana against AAP government
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 10:17 AM
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Members of the Shiro Mani Akali Dal staged a candle march in Ludhiana to protest the Aam Aadmi Party administration.
Ludhiana witnessed a candle march organized by activists of the Shiro Mani Akali Dal on Saturday, aimed at expressing dissent against the state government led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Participants walked through key city streets carrying lit candles, a symbolic gesture meant to highlight their concerns over recent policies.
The march remained peaceful, with organizers urging the administration to address issues they claim have been overlooked. While exact numbers were not disclosed, several dozen supporters were observed chanting slogans and holding placards demanding greater accountability.
Local authorities monitored the demonstration, ensuring that traffic flow and public order were maintained. No arrests or clashes were reported, and the event concluded without incident, underscoring the democratic space for protest in Punjab.
The march remained peaceful, with organizers urging the administration to address issues they claim have been overlooked. While exact numbers were not disclosed, several dozen supporters were observed chanting slogans and holding placards demanding greater accountability.
Local authorities monitored the demonstration, ensuring that traffic flow and public order were maintained. No arrests or clashes were reported, and the event concluded without incident, underscoring the democratic space for protest in Punjab.