The outstanding debt of Punjab was Rs 2.82 lakh crore at the end of the financial year 2021-22. By the end of the 2024-25 fiscal year, the outstanding debt is expected to reach an alarming Rs 3.74 lakh crore.
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Where is Punjab heading with alarming levels of government debt?
The BJP is expanding its footprint in Punjab and preparing for a much larger electoral role in 2027. But a statewide campaign also requires a new generation of leaders who can connect with first-time voters, build local networks and carry the party beyond its traditional political base. Is the BJP giving enough space to young Punjab leaders, or is its political future still being driven mainly by an older leadership structure ?
भाजपा पंजाब में अपना राजनीतिक विस्तार कर रही है और 2027 में पहले से कहीं बड़ी चुनावी भूमिका निभाने की तैयारी में है। लेकिन पूरे राज्य में अभियान चलाने के लिए ऐसी नई पीढ़ी के नेताओं की भी जरूरत होगी, जो पहली बार वोट देने वाले युवाओं से जुड़ सकें, स्थानीय नेटवर्क बना सकें और पार्टी को उसके पारंपरिक राजनीतिक आधार से आगे ले जा सकें। क्या भाजपा पंजाब के युवा नेताओं को पर्याप्त जगह दे रही है या उसकी राजनीतिक दिशा अभी भी मुख्य रूप से पुराने नेतृत्व के हाथों में है ?
Sunil Kumar Jakhar remains an important BJP leader in Punjab, but after nearly three years as state president, he has been replaced by Kewal Singh Dhillon. With the BJP preparing for a much bigger 2027 battle, his reduced organisational role has raised questions about how the party plans to use his experience, political network and understanding of Punjab. Has the BJP underused Jakhar’s political value or is keeping him away from the top state post part of a larger strategy ?
