CHANDIGARH: In a major political development marking a decisive shift in Punjab’s political landscape, three sitting Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)—Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh (Amritsar North), Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra (Sanour), and former minister Chetan Singh Jouramajra (Samana)—formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today in the presence of BJP Punjab State President Kewal Singh Dhillon, Punjab Affairs In-charge Dr. Satish Poonia, and BJP Punjab Co-Incharge Virendra Sachdeva and other senior party leadership.
Welcoming the legislators into the party fold, party’s Punjab president Kewal Singh Dhillon described the event as a clear indicator of the impending end of the AAP regime in Punjab. He noted that the BJP's caravan in the state is growing stronger each day as ground reality turns decisively against the ruling party.
"When sitting MLAs and leaders walk away from a party in power, it speaks volumes. AAP is a sinking boat, and its broom has completely scattered. For nearly five years, the people of Punjab have been betrayed with unfulfilled promises, while drugs, rampant corruption, lawlessness, and unprecedented debt have pushed the state to the brink. Today, we assure our new colleagues that their sentiments and dedication to Punjab will receive full honor and respect within the BJP family," Dhillon stated.
Where’s Kejriwal, he asked as he pointed to the state government's insensitivity, highlighting that while anti-drug crusaders like Parminder Singh Jhota laid down their lives fighting narcotics in Mansa, AAP's leadership did not even bother to console the bereaved families.
Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh: "My 5-Year Internship with AAP Ends Today"
Former senior IPS officer and MLA Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central BJP leadership for their visionary outlook and genuine affinity towards Punjab.
Speaking about the collapse of law and order, he stated that Punjab is fighting an existential battle where Punjabiyat has been sidelined. Gangsterism and extortion have turned into organized industries, the former IPS officer said.
He highlighted the grave situation where gangsters are finding patronage within the ruling setup, which he was a witness to since he visits different courts in cases to depose against them.
Pointed out that Punjab—which led the nation in progress and features prominently in the national anthem—has been pushed to the bottom. He underlined that PM Modi’s governance model alone can restore peace, industry, and prosperity to the border state.
Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra: "From 'Udta Punjab' to 'Ubharta Punjab'"
Expressing satisfaction at joining the BJP, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra held the AAP leadership accountable for betraying Punjab-centric voices.Alleged that the AAP leadership systematically clipped the wings of leaders who genuinely advocated for Punjab and its community concerns.
Highlighted that AAP’s financial mismanagement has plunged the state into deep peril, burdening Punjab with over ₹2.5 lakh crore in debt.He urged the people of Punjab to decisively reject AAP's misrule and support the BJP to build an 'Ubharta Punjab' (Rising Punjab) free of narcotics and gang violence.
Chetan Singh Jouramajra: "Double-Engine Governance Essential for Real Progress"
Former minister Chetan Singh Jouramajra stated that the delivered track record of Prime Minister Narendra Modi globally and nationally stood out as the principal inspiration for their decision to join BJP.He criticized AAP’s hollow claims regarding rural healthcare, citing the closure of village dispensaries and non-acceptance of healthcare cards at major hospitals.
He noted the severe blow to manufacturing hubs like Mandi Gobindgarh and Batala due to state-level administrative apathy and pending GST refunds.
He pointed out that AAP ministers routinely avoided coordinating with central ministries out of political fear, depriving the border state of vital central development initiatives and funds.
United for a 'Rangla Punjab'
The newly inducted leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working tirelessly under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP National Leadership, and State Leadership to pull Punjab out of the quagmire of crime, debt, and substance abuse, and restore its historical stature as a vibrant, secure, and prosperous state.