LUDHIANA: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab In-Charge and senior leader Manish Sisodia, addressing the executive meeting in Ludhiana, expressed his deep gratitude to AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal for entrusting him with the responsibility of Punjab.
"I consider myself truly fortunate that Arvind Kejriwal has sent me back to Punjab to serve as the state’s in-charge, " Sisodia said. "Every single person sitting here introduces themselves as part of Team Kejriwal, and that is our greatest strength."
Sisodia highlighted that AAP’s vision and movement are not limited to Punjab alone. "This is not just Team Punjab; this is Team Hindustan. When I meet volunteers, I realize that our Punjab workers are everywhere – from Delhi to Haryana to Gujarat – working tirelessly to plant the seeds of change months before elections and ensuring AAP’s victory."
Sharing a deeply emotional experience, Sisodia narrated an encounter with a party worker who had dedicated 12 years of his life to AAP. "This volunteer did not ask me for a position or for an appointment with Arvind Kejriwal or Bhagwant Mann. He only had one request: 'Manish bhai, I have given 12 years to this party, but if Punjab is not freed from drugs, my 12 years will be wasted.' Tears welled in his eyes as he pleaded with me, not for personal gain, but for the future of Punjab. This is the spirit of AAP – selfless, dedicated, and driven by a vision of a better Punjab."
Sisodia assured every AAP worker that their hard work would not go in vain. "I want to tell every single worker in Punjab – Punjab will not be ruined – those who spread drugs will be. The drug mafia and those who profit from this menace will be eradicated."
AAP has already demonstrated its commitment to education, healthcare, and infrastructure. "In just three years, we have achieved what traditional parties failed to do in 75 years. Our Mohalla Clinics and education reforms have transformed lives. We promised free electricity, and we delivered."
Sisodia said that the recently passed Punjab budget reflects the long-term vision of Kejriwal and Mann for the state. "This is not just a one- or two-year plan – it is a roadmap for Punjab’s future. Every village will have a playground, ponds will be cleaned, and broken roads will be repaired. This is Kejriwal’s vision, Bhagwant Mann and Harpal Singh Cheema has ensured its implementation in the budget."
He called upon all AAP workers to be vigilant and ensure that government initiatives reach the people without any corruption or inefficiency. "Our battle is not just against drugs but also against corruption. The money allocated for public welfare should be spent on the people, not wasted in scams. This is the responsibility of every AAP worker."
Sisodia paid tribute to Punjab’s revolutionary spirit, reminding everyone of its history of sacrifice. "This is the land of the Gurus, the land of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. This is where people shed their blood for the nation. The years of struggle by AAP workers will not go in vain. Punjab will transform, and this transformation will inspire the entire nation. The revolution that begins in Punjab will change India."