After Manish Sisodia’s controversial “do anything to win” call to party workers triggered political backlash, AAP clarifies its stand, stressing on development and people’s trust in Punjab.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has moved quickly to clarify remarks made by senior leader Manish Sisodia, after a viral video showed him urging party workers to “do whatever it takes to win” the 2027 Punjab Assembly Elections.
Punjab AAP chief Aman Arora stated that the comments do not reflect the party’s ideology. He emphasized that AAP would seek votes based on development works, governance, and people’s trust rather than controversial tactics.
Aman Arora’s Clarification
- “We will go to the people with folded hands and ask for votes on the basis of CM Bhagwant Mann’s work,” said Arora.
- He stressed that “No individual is the whole party”, distancing both Arvind Kejriwal and the official party stance from Sisodia’s comments.
- Arora claimed Sisodia’s remarks were taken out of context and should not be misinterpreted.
Opposition Attacks AAP
Sisodia’s words have provided ammunition to opposition parties:
- BJP’s Sunil Jakhar accused Sisodia of promoting bribery and coercion in elections, demanding action from the Election Commission.
- Congress’ Punjab chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring slammed the remarks, saying, “This is Punjab, not any other state. You cannot threaten Punjabis into voting for you.”
- The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), led by Sukhbir Singh Badal, went a step further, urging the Election Commission to de-recognize AAP as a political party.
Why 2027 Punjab Election Matters for AAP
- AAP lost control of Delhi to BJP in February 2025, a major political blow.
- Victory in Punjab 2027 is seen as crucial for AAP’s survival and revival.
- Another defeat could severely weaken the party, already battling corruption allegations against its senior leaders including Sisodia and Kejriwal.
What’s Next?
- Manish Sisodia has not responded to the controversy yet.
- Opposition parties are pushing the Election Commission to take strict action.
- With nearly two years left for the polls, the political battlefield in Punjab has already heated up.
The 2027 Punjab election is shaping up to be a make-or-break battle for the AAP. After losing its stronghold in Delhi to the BJP, Punjab remains the party’s last bastion of power. But Manish Sisodia’s controversial “Do Anything to Win” remark has handed the opposition a sharp weapon to question AAP’s commitment to democratic values. Whether the party can shift the focus back to governance and regain voter trust will decide not just its Punjab future but perhaps its political survival itself.
