BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal are discussing a potential pre-poll alliance. Seat-sharing formula and constituency allocation remain key negotiation points. Discussions also cover leadership arrangements and the chief ministerial post. Electoral arithmetic from recent polls drives these renewed alliance talks. The parties aim to combine votes for electoral success in Punjab.

SAD had been part of the NDA alliance since 1997 and walked out of the partnership in 2020 over the now-repealed farm laws. | India News

BL Santhosh said the BJP will contest all 117 assembly seats during a Punjab visit, ruling out a revival of the alliance with the SAD. | India News