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AAP Unveils Second Punjab Slate: 31 Candidates, Minister Khudian Dropped
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 08:38 PM
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The Aam Aadmi Party has released its second list of 31 candidates for the upcoming Punjab assembly elections, removing sitting minister Khudian and six other MLAs from the contest.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has officially released the second list of candidates for the upcoming Punjab assembly elections. The party has fielded 31 candidates in this phase, marking a significant step in its electoral strategy for the state.
Notably, the list sees the removal of sitting minister Khudian, who will not be contesting from his previous constituency. This decision signals a shift in the party's leadership lineup for the next term.
In addition to the minister, six other sitting MLAs have been dropped from the candidate list. The party has chosen to replace these incumbents with new faces or other existing members, aiming to refresh its electoral appeal.
The release of this second slate brings the total number of announced candidates closer to the full strength of the assembly, as the party prepares for a competitive election in Punjab.
Notably, the list sees the removal of sitting minister Khudian, who will not be contesting from his previous constituency. This decision signals a shift in the party's leadership lineup for the next term.
In addition to the minister, six other sitting MLAs have been dropped from the candidate list. The party has chosen to replace these incumbents with new faces or other existing members, aiming to refresh its electoral appeal.
The release of this second slate brings the total number of announced candidates closer to the full strength of the assembly, as the party prepares for a competitive election in Punjab.