A. Bhai Mandeep Singh, the candidate from Waris Punjab De, appears to have strong public sentiment and ground support behind him.
B. The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) candidate, the wife of the Dharmi Fauji, is still seen to be in a competitive winning position.
C. Traditionally, by-elections in Punjab are often won by the ruling party.
D. Congress and BJP might also deliver a stronger fight.