Contrary to its traditional image as a panthic party representing Sikh interests, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has taken a surprising turn by nominating former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) minister Anil Joshi, a Hindu candidate, for the Amritsar parliamentary constituency. The decision to nominate Joshi has sparked internal debates within the Punjab Congress as well. During a recent meeting to discuss potential candidates for the Amritsar Lok Sabha seat, supporters of senior party leader OP Soni and sitting MP Gurjeet Aujla clashed over the choice of a candidate. Ultimately, the Congress decided to stick with Aujla.
Amritsar, a city with a significant Sikh majority, has witnessed political shifts over the years, with Congress largely dominating the scene since the 1952 parliamentary elections.
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