According to the data released by the Punjab government, based on the 2011 census and now estimated to have crossed a population of 3 crores, there are over 35 lakh agricultural workers in Punjab, accounting for 35% of the total workforce. The total workforce in Punjab is approximately 97.98 lakh.
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Considering these statistics, do you think there is a need for a new strategy for the development of the agricultural sector in Punjab?
With Punjab’s 2027 battle taking shape, the Shiromani Akali Dal has an opportunity that other parties may be struggling to match: strong, recognisable women leaders such as Harsimrat Kaur Badal and Ganieve Kaur Majithia who can help build a more visible and organised women’s political network. At a time when women voters can play a decisive role, should the Akali Dal double down on strengthening its women’s wing, or risk leaving this political advantage underused ?
पंजाब की 2027 की सियासी जंग जैसे-जैसे करीब आ रही है, शिरोमणि अकाली दल के पास एक ऐसा मौका है, जिसका दूसरे दलों के पास शायद उतना मजबूत विकल्प नहीं है, हरसिमरत कौर बादल और गनीव कौर मजीठिया जैसे मजबूत और पहचान रखने वाले महिला चेहरे, जो एक ज्यादा प्रभावी और संगठित महिला राजनीतिक नेटवर्क तैयार कर सकते हैं। ऐसे समय में जब महिला मतदाता चुनावी नतीजों में निर्णायक भूमिका निभा सकती हैं, क्या अकाली दल को अपनी महिला विंग को और मजबूत करने पर पूरी ताकत लगानी चाहिए या फिर अपने इस राजनीतिक फायदे को यूं ही कमजोर पड़ने देना चाहिए ?
Bikram Singh Majithia has always been known for his flamboyant personality, confidence and larger-than-life political style. But in recent years, his wife Ganieve Kaur Majithia has also built a more visible and dignified public presence. With 2027 approaching, the big question is: Will the Shiromani Akali Dal again field Ganieve Kaur from Majitha or will Bikram Majithia reclaim his political turf ?
