Badal Slams AAP, Congress Over Sacrilege Incidents, Alleges Political Exploitation

• Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal accused Congress and AAP of politicizing sacrilege incidents and failing to take strict action.
• Badal cited a report stating 597 sacrilege cases in 10 years, with only 44 convictions and 99 acquittals.
• He alleged an increase in sacrilege incidents after AAP's entry into Punjab in 2014, claiming an AAP leader was convicted in one case.
• Badal criticized CM Bhagwant Mann's education claims, stating no new schools were opened, only existing ones renamed as "Schools of Eminence."
• He accused the state government of misusing public funds for rallies, calling it a "scam worth hundreds of crores" and urged a probe.

Key Questions Answered

Will sacrilege incidents impact Punjab's upcoming assembly elections?

It is unclear if sacrilege incidents will impact Punjab's upcoming assembly elections.

How will SAD's promises affect Punjab's youth and farmers?

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) rallies are focusing on issues affecting Punjab's youth and farmers, with promises of employment and support for agriculture.

What steps can Punjab take to prevent future sacrilege cases?

Punjab can prevent future sacrilege cases by passing a new law with stricter punishments, including life imprisonment, which is scheduled for a special assembly session on April 13.