Breaking: Former Akali MLA likely to join AAP, might be fielded from Tarn Taran
Ravi Jakhu
Chandigarh, July 15, 2025 –
Political circles are abuzz with strong speculation that Harmeet Singh Sandhu, a former Chief Parliamentary Secretary and three-time MLA from Tarn Taran, is set to join the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Reliable sources indicate that the Punjab Chief Minister is expected to personally induct the former Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader into the party.
Insiders also suggest that Sandhu may be fielded as AAP’s official candidate from Tarn Taran in the upcoming elections — a significant move aimed at bolstering the party’s strength in the Majha region.
Sandhu, once a prominent face in the Akali Dal, has reportedly been inactive in the party for a considerable time, fueling speculation about his next political step.
While rumors of a party switch had been circulating for days, it was unclear which direction he would take. With this latest development, it appears that he is aligning with the ruling AAP.