BJP’s Resurgence in Delhi: Ravneet Singh Bittu Mocks Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Says “Time to Pack His Bags”
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- February 8, 2025
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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has stormed back to power in Delhi, delivering a major setback to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This decisive victory has not only reaffirmed BJP’s dominance in the national capital but has also triggered sharp political reactions, with BJP leaders taking digs at their AAP counterparts.
Union Minister and senior BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu wasted no time in launching an attack on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, suggesting that his tenure might be nearing its end. Speaking to the media after BJP’s resounding win, Bittu asserted that just as the people of Delhi have shown AAP the exit door, Punjab could soon witness a similar political shift.
“Today, the people of Delhi have vacated the Chief Minister’s house, the ‘Sheesh Mahal’ of Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Atishi. Bhagwant Mann should start packing his bags because Punjab is next,” Bittu remarked. His statement was a direct jibe at the AAP leadership, which has faced growing criticism over governance issues and alleged mismanagement.
The BJP leader further emphasized that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India is progressing towards a vision where opportunities are created within the country. Addressing the aspirations of Punjab’s youth, he stated, “Once BJP comes to power in Punjab, no one will have to sell their house, property, or land to go abroad in search of a better future. We will create employment opportunities right here.” His remarks align with BJP’s broader narrative of economic empowerment, self-reliance, and job creation.
The comments by Bittu signal BJP’s growing political ambition in Punjab, a state where the party has been working aggressively to expand its base. While AAP had secured a landslide victory in the 2022 Punjab Assembly elections, recent political developments, including allegations of corruption, law-and-order concerns, and dissatisfaction among certain voter segments, have provided BJP with an opportunity to challenge AAP’s stronghold in the state.
The defeat in Delhi is being seen as a major blow to AAP’s national ambitions, with BJP leaders asserting that it reflects the people’s rejection of the party’s policies. Bittu’s remarks further fuel speculation that BJP is eyeing Punjab as its next big battleground, positioning itself as an alternative to both AAP and the Congress in the state.
As political temperatures rise, Bhagwant Mann and AAP will now have to navigate a challenging road ahead, particularly with BJP aggressively targeting their governance record. The developments in Delhi will undoubtedly have a ripple effect, and all eyes are now on Punjab’s political landscape to see if BJP can convert its rhetoric into electoral gains.
