Kejriwal Hints at Early Punjab Elections, Calls Bhagwant Mann the Next CM
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- June 13, 2026
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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal touts Bhagwan Mann as Punjab’s future chief minister and raises the prospect of premature polls
Arvind Kejriwal praised Bhagwant Mann, saying he’s the right man for Punjab’s top job, while also suggesting the state could see elections sooner than expected.
In a lively press conference in Chandigarh, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal dropped a bombshell that left political analysts buzzing. He openly declared that Bhagwant Mann, the current Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader in Punjab, is the obvious choice to become the next chief minister of the state.
“Mann has the pulse of the people,” Kejriwal said, gesturing emphatically. “If the people want him, why should we stand in the way?” The remarks, while clearly a vote of confidence for his party colleague, also carried an undercurrent of strategic timing.
What caught the media’s attention most was Kejriwal’s subtle hint that Punjab could head toward an “early poll” scenario. He didn’t give a date, but his tone suggested the AAP leadership is keen to capitalize on its current momentum, possibly before the usual election calendar rolls around.
The suggestion has sparked a flurry of speculation. Opposition parties, particularly the Congress and the BJP, are already framing the statement as a political ploy, warning that premature elections could destabilise the state’s development agenda. Meanwhile, AAP insiders say the move is meant to keep the opposition on their toes and solidify the party’s grassroots network ahead of any surprise showdown.
Local leaders in Punjab responded with a mix of enthusiasm and caution. Some praised Mann’s track record on farmer issues and youth employment, while others urged a more measured approach, emphasizing the need for consensus across the political spectrum.
As the weeks unfold, the political chessboard in Punjab looks set for a new round of moves. Whether Mann will indeed wear the chief minister’s mantle again—and whether an early election will materialise—remains to be seen. One thing is clear, though: Kejriwal’s remarks have added fresh intrigue to an already dynamic state politics.
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