AAP Warns Opponents as Alliance Talks with Congress Stall in Haryana

In a recent development, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has issued a warning to those who underestimate them, as talks for an alliance with the Congress party for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections have hit a roadblock. The elections, scheduled for October 5, have become a point of contention between the two parties, primarily due to disagreements over seat-sharing. 

AAP National Secretary (organisation) Sandeep Pathak made a bold statement during a press conference on Saturday. He declared, "We are fully prepared and waiting for the party's order. Those who underestimate us will themselves regret it in the future." This statement comes as a clear message to both their potential allies and opponents.

The main issue causing the impasse in alliance talks is the number of seats each party will contest. According to sources, the AAP has demanded 10 seats, while the Congress is only willing to offer between five to seven seats. This disagreement has led to uncertainty about whether the two parties will be able to form an alliance for the upcoming elections. 

Despite the ongoing negotiations, the AAP seems to be preparing for all possible scenarios. AAP Chief National Spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar mentioned that while talks are still underway, it's too early to comment on the specifics of seat distribution. However, she also added, "We are ready to contest on all 90 seats," indicating the party's willingness to go solo if necessary.

The AAP has been actively campaigning in Haryana, with Sunita Kejriwal, wife of party chief Arvind Kejriwal, scheduled to hold public meetings in the state. This aggressive campaign strategy suggests that the party is serious about making its mark in Haryana politics, with or without an alliance.

It's worth noting that the AAP and Congress are both part of the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties. They have previously contested the General Election together in Haryana, Gujarat, and Delhi. In Haryana, the AAP had contested the Kurukshetra seat, where its state unit chief Sushil Gupta lost to the BJP's Navin Jindal. 

As the last date to file nominations (September 12) approaches, both parties are under pressure to reach a decision quickly. The outcome of these alliance talks could significantly impact the political landscape of Haryana and potentially influence the broader opposition strategy against the ruling BJP.

Whether the AAP and Congress will be able to overcome their differences and form an alliance, or if they will contest separately, remains to be seen. What's clear is that the AAP is positioning itself as a formidable force in Haryana politics, ready to take on challenges with or without allies.