The political corridors of Punjab are buzzing with a massive claim made by the Leader of Opposition (LoP), Partap Singh Bajwa. In a statement that has sent shockwaves through the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bajwa alleged that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, along with a staggering 66 MLAs, is preparing to jump ship to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).The "66 MLAs" Bombshell: Bajwa's Bold AllegationPartap Singh Bajwa, a veteran Congress leader, has stirred the pot by suggesting a major rift within the ruling party. According to Bajwa, the Chief Minister himself is in talks with the BJP leadership. He claimed that the move isn't just about a few disgruntled leaders but involves a majority of the AAP legislative faction in Punjab."32 MLAs Approached Us First": The Failed NegotiationAdding another layer to the drama, Bajwa revealed that 32 AAP MLAs had previously established contact with the Congress party. However, the deal reportedly fell through."These 32 MLAs were in touch with us, but their conditions were too high and were not accepted by the Congress leadership," Bajwa stated.He implied that after failing to secure a spot with Congress, these legislators, led by the CM, are now looking toward the saffron party for their political future.Why the Shift? Internal Turmoil in AAP PunjabWhile the AAP leadership has often projected a united front, Bajwa’s claims point toward deep-seated instability. He suggested that the "Delhi Model" of governance and the interference of the high command have created friction among the local Punjab leadership, prompting them to seek "greener pastures."The Potential Impact on Punjab PoliticsIf these claims hold even a fraction of truth, Punjab could be heading toward a massive constitutional crisis or a complete realignment of power.BJP’s Expansion: A move like this would give the BJP an instant, powerful foothold in a state where they have struggled to find a majority.AAP’s Survival: For Arvind Kejriwal, losing the Punjab government would be a catastrophic blow to the party’s national ambitions.Congress’s Stance: Bajwa’s statement also positions Congress as a party that "vetted" these MLAs but chose to maintain its integrity by refusing their terms.AAP’s Response to the ClaimsWhile the Aam Aadmi Party has historically dismissed Bajwa’s statements as "political frustration" and "daydreaming," the scale of this specific allegation has forced a heated debate across social media and local news outlets.
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