In a significant turn of events, Hardeep Singh, the former Lok Sabha candidate for Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) in Chandigarh, has officially joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), signaling a potential shift in the political dynamics of the region. This move could prove to be a substantial boost for the Lok Sabha candidate of the INDIA bloc, Manish Tewari.
The SAD, gearing up for its debut in the Chandigarh Lok Sabha elections, faced a setback just two days ago with the resignation of Hardeep Singh, a prominent figure within the party. With three consecutive terms as councillor and holding key positions such as the city president of SAD, Hardeep’s departure marks a significant loss for the party.
Hailing from Ward Number 30 encompassing Sector 41, Badheri, and Butrela, Hardeep comes from a family deeply entrenched in local politics. Following the footsteps of his late father Gurnam Singh and brother Malkiat Singh, both former councillors of the ward, Hardeep has been a pivotal figure in the local political landscape.
Having risen through the ranks and serving as Senior Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor, Hardeep’s defection to AAP adds a new dimension to the upcoming electoral battle. Originally slated to contest against BJP’s Sanjay Tandon and Congress’ Manish Tewari, Hardeep’s entry into AAP transforms the contest into a three-way race, injecting fresh energy and competition into the fray.
With his background in the tenting business and extensive experience in municipal governance, Hardeep’s decision to switch camps could potentially reshape the electoral calculus in Chandigarh. As the political landscape continues to evolve, all eyes remain on the unfolding dynamics leading up to the Lok Sabha elections.