The Economic Times

PM Modi meets Sukhbir Singh Badal: Speculation of BJP-SAD alliance thaw after six years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal. This meeting has reignited speculation of a potential thaw between the two estranged political allies. The Shiromani Akali Dal views this as a BJP charm offensive amid parliamentary needs. Punjab's changing political landscape also drives this outreach effort. The BJP's Punjab unit favors reopening channels with the Shiromani Akali Dal.