A) Sukhbir Singh Badal should take a firm stand like the BJP and focus on rebuilding the Shiromani Akali Dal without actively seeking an alliance.
B) The Akalis may have to make greater compromises if they want the alliance revived.
C) Both parties may keep talks alive quietly while publicly preparing for separate contests.
D) The BJP could use its 117 seat strategy to push for a larger share if an alliance is eventually discussed.