The Congress party suffered a major political setback in the Qadian Halqa (Assembly constituency) as senior leader Thakur Balraj Singh, a three-time Zila Parishad Member, former Block Samiti Chairman and former Chairman of the Land Mortgage Bank, joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the presence of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann during a massive political rally held in Mukerian.
Welcoming Thakur Balraj Singh into the party, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Aam Aadmi Party always welcomes honest and grassroots leaders who are committed to serving the people. Leaders who work among the people are the real strength of any political party.”
He added, “Thakur Balraj Singh has served the people for a long time. I welcome him into the Aam Aadmi Party family and assure him that he will receive full respect and due recognition in the party.”
Qadian Halqa In-charge Guriqbal Singh Mahal said, “Thakur Balraj Singh enjoys a strong political base in the Qadian Assembly constituency and commands considerable goodwill among the Thakur community. His joining will further strengthen the Aam Aadmi Party in the constituency.”
He added, “I wholeheartedly welcome Thakur Balraj Singh and all his supporters into the Aam Aadmi Party. Together, we will work to accelerate the development of the Qadian constituency and serve the people with greater commitment.”
After joining the party, Thakur Balraj Singh said, “I remained associated with the Congress party for a long time, but I had become deeply disappointed by the party’s internal conflicts and factionalism.” He further said, “I am highly impressed by the people-centric policies of the Aam Aadmi Party and the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.
His commitment to the development of Punjab has inspired me to join the party.” Thakur Balraj Singh added, “I have joined the Aam Aadmi Party with the resolve to contribute wholeheartedly towards the progress of Punjab and to serve the people with honesty and dedication.”