SAD Protests Amplify Power Crisis Concern in Punjab

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) organized protests across Punjab addressing the power cuts affecting both urban and rural areas. The protests, led by senior leaders, criticized the AAP government for its inadequate power management and promised to restore Punjab’s power surplus if elected in 2027.

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) staged widespread protests in Punjab on Thursday, spotlighting the ongoing power outages plaguing residents in both rural and urban settings.

Senior party member Daljit Singh Cheema highlighted that the demonstrations drew significant local participation, reflecting public frustration with the current state of power supply under Aam Aadmi Party governance.

SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal openly criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for failing to secure short-term power solutions and accused the government of prioritizing publicity over practical solutions. He pledged that, if in power, SAD would return Punjab to its former power surplus status.