A) Punjab has become the most important political battleground for Kejriwal and the AAP.
B) A victory in 2027 would strengthen Kejriwal's argument that the AAP remains a serious national force.
C) Losing Punjab would raise uncomfortable questions about whether the AAP's growth has already peaked.
D) For Kejriwal, 2027 may be less about winning another election and more about protecting his political relevance.