AAP Protests ABVP Candidate Ankit Bidhan's Nomination, Threatens to Approach High Court
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The political temperature surrounding the high-stakes Panjab University (PU) student union elections has reached a boiling point following a major controversy over the nomination of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) presidential candidate, Ankit Bidhan. Escalating the political face-off, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has launched a frontal attack against the candidate's eligibility, warning the university administration that they will knock on the doors of the Punjab and Haryana High Court if strict remedial action is not taken immediately.
AAP Alleges Multiple Flaws and Past Disciplinary Record in Nomination
Addressing the media in Chandigarh, AAP MLA and Panjab University election in-charge Amritpal Singh Sukhanand dropped a political bombshell on Sunday. Sukhanand alleged that a meticulous examination of Ankit Bidhan's nomination papers revealed at least six major technical and legal flaws, raising serious questions as to how the university's screening authorities approved the application in the first place.
The AAP leader leveled grave allegations against the ABVP candidate, claiming that Ankit Bidhan was previously penalized and banned by Panjab University for two years after being caught cheating during examinations. Furthermore, Sukhanand pointed out that a formal criminal case involving assault was registered against him at the Sector 11 police station, making his candidacy a direct violation of standard university electoral guidelines and Lyngdoh Committee recommendations.
Questions Raised Over Degree Validity and University Scrutiny
Beyond disciplinary concerns, the Aam Aadmi Party has raised serious doubts regarding the academic credentials submitted by the ABVP candidate. Sukhanand publicly demanded a thorough, independent investigation into the authenticity and validity of Ankit Bidhan's degree from Sabarmati University.
Questioning the transparency of the administrative process, the AAP leader stated that if a candidate clearly fails to meet the basic eligibility criteria mandated by university rules, their nomination paper should have been rejected outright during the initial screening. Charging the PU administration with lax document verification, AAP representatives submitted a formal, written complaint demanding an immediate review and cancellation of the disputed nomination.
Legal Warning Issued as Political Tensions Peak on Campus
With campus elections serving as a vital litmus test for mainstream political outfits in the region, the latest standoff has transformed into a high-profile legal battle. Amritpal Singh Sukhanand asserted that the party is closely monitoring the administration's next steps and expects a fair, unbiased inquiry into all aspects of the complaint.
However, issuing a clear ultimatum, the AAP leadership warned that if the university administration fails to act swiftly against the alleged violations, the party will immediately approach the Punjab and Haryana High Court to seek judicial intervention. As campus campaigning intensifies, all eyes remain fixed on the university authorities to see how they navigate this mounting legal and political storm.
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