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Ticket tussle heats up in Amritsar Central as 2027 Assembly polls approach
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 09:02 AM
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Political activity in Amritsar Central has intensified ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, with all parties except Congress jostling for candidate tickets.
Political activity in Amritsar Central, a key constituency in Punjab, has picked up pace as the 2027 state assembly elections draw nearer. Local party offices have been holding meetings and rallies to mobilise supporters.
The Indian National Congress has reportedly stepped back from the ticket‑distribution battle in the seat, leaving regional heavyweight Shiromani Akali Dal, Aam Aadmi Party, Bharatiya Janata Party and a few smaller outfits to vie for the candidature. Senior leaders from these parties have been meeting senior local figures to gauge support and negotiate potential nominees.
Analysts say that the outcome of the ticket‑allocation process will be crucial for the electoral calculus in Amritsar Central, where communal and development issues dominate voter concerns. The final list of candidates is expected to be announced after the Election Commission releases the official schedule later this year.
The Indian National Congress has reportedly stepped back from the ticket‑distribution battle in the seat, leaving regional heavyweight Shiromani Akali Dal, Aam Aadmi Party, Bharatiya Janata Party and a few smaller outfits to vie for the candidature. Senior leaders from these parties have been meeting senior local figures to gauge support and negotiate potential nominees.
Analysts say that the outcome of the ticket‑allocation process will be crucial for the electoral calculus in Amritsar Central, where communal and development issues dominate voter concerns. The final list of candidates is expected to be announced after the Election Commission releases the official schedule later this year.