Punjab: Discontent is emerging within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the distribution of tickets for the assembly elections. After being denied a ticket from Kharar in Mohali, sitting MLA Anmol Gagan Mann stated that he met Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi on August 5th at 12 noon and categorically refused to contest the elections. According to him, Kejriwal was unhappy with his decision.
Three leaders resign in protest against giving ticket to Sonia Mann
Meanwhile, three AAP leaders have left the party in protest against the ticket given to actress Sonia Mann from Amritsar’s Rajasansi assembly constituency.
Those who resigned include Punjab Dairy Development Board Director Sukhdeep Singh Chhina, Rajasansi constituency organization in-charge Rajbir Singh Chhina, and constituency SC wing coordinator Gurdev Singh Joban Jhanjhoti.
Dr. Charanjit Singh, MLA from Chamkaur Sahib, is also upset
Meanwhile, Dr. Charanjit Singh, the current MLA from Chamkaur Sahib in Ropar district, is also reportedly upset over the denial of his ticket. There is a possibility he may also leave the party. At present, his next steps are unclear.