Shiromani Akali Dal Forms New Working Committee Ahead of 2027 Elections
Bikram Majithia among 96 leaders on the list; 16 women included as party gears up for Punjab Assembly polls
Punjab : In a major political move, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has announced the formation of its new working committee, comprising 96 key leaders. The announcement signals the party’s renewed focus on the upcoming 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Among the prominent names on the list is senior leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who will play a pivotal role in shaping the party’s strategy.
This newly restructured committee also includes 16 women members a notable step towards ensuring gender representation in Punjab’s traditional political landscape. Party insiders say this revamped working committee has been carefully curated to reflect regional, caste, and youth representation across the state. The SAD, which has seen fluctuating political fortunes in recent years, appears to be on a mission to revamp its image and re-energize its grassroots connect. The committee is expected to meet regularly to review constituency-level activities, monitor alliance possibilities, and plan campaigns aimed at young and first-time voters.
Party president Sukhbir Singh Badal emphasized the importance of unity and groundwork in a brief statement. He said the committee would be responsible for aligning the party’s core ideology with the needs of Punjab’s current socio-economic environment. The leadership also intends to focus on issues such as farmers’ welfare, drug eradication, and employment opportunities.
Political analysts view this as an effort by SAD to regain its traditional voter base, particularly in the rural belt, where the party once had a stronghold. The inclusion of experienced leaders like Majithia signals that the party is banking on both experience and local influence. Meanwhile, opposition parties are keeping a close watch on the committee’s developments, with many expecting SAD to announce a series of political outreach campaigns in the coming months. As Punjab heads into a pre-election phase, all major parties are expected to restructure and strengthen their internal teams. SAD’s timely announcement of its working committee places it in a proactive position for 2027.