A major development is unfolding in Punjab politics. Anmol Gagan Maan, MLA from Kharar constituency and former minister, has resigned from her MLA post.
Chandigarh: Another major upheaval has been witnessed in Punjab politics. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Anmol Gagan Maan has suddenly announced her retirement from politics and resignation from the Kharar assembly seat. Anmol Gagan Maan herself shared information about this decision through her social media account. She has appealed to Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan to accept her resignation soon.
Announcement of Leaving Politics on Social Media
Former Tourism Minister and current MLA from Kharar, Anmol Gagan Maan, shared the information about her resignation on social media, writing, "With a heavy heart, I have decided to leave politics. My resignation submitted to the Speaker Sahib from the MLA post should be accepted. My best wishes are with the party. I hope that the Punjab government lives up to the expectations of the people."
Anmol Gagan Maan was a singer-turned-leader face of the Aam Aadmi Party. After the formation of the government, she was given the responsibility of Tourism Minister. However, some time ago, when Chief Minister Bhagwant Maan reshuffled his cabinet, this department was taken away from Anmol Gagan Maan. Since then, she was reportedly upset with the party and the government.
Her name has also been in the news several times due to controversial statements. However, she has not hinted at any resentment behind the resignation and has wished the party well.
By-elections may be held in Kharar and Tarn Taran
After the resignation of Anmol Gagan Maan, the Kharar assembly seat has become vacant. Earlier, the Tarn Taran seat was also vacated. In such a situation, the Punjab government will have to face by-elections on two seats in the coming times. This situation may be politically uncomfortable for the Aam Aadmi Party because the opposition in Punjab is constantly looking for opportunities to corner the government.
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Ranjit Singh Gill from Kharar assembly seat had also recently announced his departure from his party. There was discussion that he could either join BJP or Aam Aadmi Party. Amidst this political activity, Anmol Gagan Maan's resignation has given rise to new political equations.
Will Anmol Gagan Maan join another party?
After the resignation of Anmol Gagan Maan, speculations have intensified as to whether she will completely distance herself from politics or join another party. However, in her announcement, she has only talked about leaving politics and has not given any indication of joining any other party. This resignation is being considered a major political setback for the Aam Aadmi Party.
Since coming to power in Punjab, the party has been in the news several times due to internal discontent and leaders leaving. The resignation of a prominent woman MLA like Anmol Gagan Maan can become a challenge for the upcoming by-elections.
Anmol Gagan Maan was previously a popular Punjabi singer and later stepped into politics. She was presented in the party as a b voice for women and youth. She won a big victory in the 2022 elections and was subsequently given a ministerial post. However, since being stripped of the ministerial post, she had been less visible in active politics.
