The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has in the past proudly held to a principled stand of “no alliance” in elections, exuding confidence of winning on its own. In January, when its national convener Arvind Kejriwal announced from the Maghi Mela stage that the party will win 100 seats in Punjab elections, most agreed it was possible. Also read | Pargat Singh: Sad that Bains brothers joined AAP secretly“We can tie up with persons who are on a similar mission like ours. Also read | Bring back ‘black money’ from Captain’s Swiss accounts: Kejriwal to ModiThe choice of partners also belies the party’s stand. But beyond the two brothers having a staunch following in pockets of Ludhiana, there is nothing much they can offer the AAP.

Source: Hindustan Times November 22, 2016 04:24 UTC