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Punjab Parties Court Faith Leaders Ahead of 2027 Assembly Polls
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 09:37 AM
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Punjab's political parties are intensifying dialogue with dera chiefs to balance religious sentiments as they prepare for the 2027 assembly elections.
Parties across Punjab are increasingly reaching out to influential dera leaders, seeking their support to consolidate faith‑based voter blocs ahead of the 2027 assembly elections.
Leaders say that maintaining a balanced approach to religious sentiments is crucial in a state where shrines and deras wield considerable sway over rural and urban constituencies alike.
According to Amar Ujala reports from Ludhiana, the outreach includes meetings, public assurances and policy promises aimed at aligning party agendas with the expectations of dera followers.
Leaders say that maintaining a balanced approach to religious sentiments is crucial in a state where shrines and deras wield considerable sway over rural and urban constituencies alike.
According to Amar Ujala reports from Ludhiana, the outreach includes meetings, public assurances and policy promises aimed at aligning party agendas with the expectations of dera followers.