Party seeks copies of objections, opportunity for hearing and a clear timeline for completion of registration process

Chandigarh, November 13, 2026: , Mangat Singh Saidpur - Akali Dal ‘Waris Punjab De’ has raised concerns over the prolonged delay in its registration with the Election Commission of India (ECI), despite receiving a positive verification report from the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Punjab.

According to the party, its application for registration was submitted on January 22, 2025. Subsequently, the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab, forwarded a positive verification report to the Election Commission on April 27, 2026.

However, more than six months after the report was submitted, the ECI has yet to issue directions for publishing the party’s proposed name in newspapers, a step associated with the registration process.

Party Questions Objection Raised Before Public Notice

The party stated that it was informed on July 9, 2026, about an objection received before the publication of its proposed name.

Questioning the procedure, Akali Dal ‘Waris Punjab De’ maintained that objections are ordinarily invited following the publication of a public notice, allowing interested parties to raise concerns within the prescribed period.

The party has therefore sought clarification regarding the objection received before the publication stage.

Demand for Transparency and Fair Hearing

Akali Dal ‘Waris Punjab De’ has urged the Election Commission to provide copies of the objections raised against its registration application and allow reasonable time to submit a detailed response.

It has also demanded an opportunity for a personal hearing, access to pending reports and a clearly defined timeline for completing the registration process.
The party maintains that its application should be processed transparently and without unnecessary delay.

2027 Punjab Assembly Elections Approaching

The registration issue assumes political significance as Punjab prepares for the 2027 Assembly elections.

With the electoral process approaching, uncertainty over the party’s registration could affect its organisational and electoral preparations.

The party leadership, including President Tarsem Singh, has sought timely action from the Election Commission to resolve the pending matter.

The Election Commission’s response to these demands has not been provided in the information available.

The party has reiterated its demand for a transparent, time-bound decision on its registration application ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections.