Shiromani Akali Dal
Shiromani Akali Dal is a historic Sikh and Punjab-based political party founded in 1920. It has played a major role in Punjab politics and Sikh institutional affairs and advocates federalism, Punjab's interests, Sikh institutions and agrarian welfare.
Party President
Party History
- 1920SAD founded
Shiromani Akali Dal was founded during the Gurdwara Reform Movement.
- 1966Punjabi Suba
The party played a major role in the movement for Punjabi-speaking statehood.
- 2007Akali-BJP government
SAD formed the Punjab government with BJP support under Parkash Singh Badal.
- 2017Electoral defeat
SAD became opposition after the 2017 Punjab election.
- 2022Three-seat result
SAD won three Assembly seats.
- 2024Lok Sabha seat
Harsimrat Kaur Badal retained the Bathinda Lok Sabha seat.
Top Leadership
- SSSukhbir Singh Badal
- HKHarsimrat Kaur Badal
- BSBalwinder Singh Bhunder
Election Performance
(Lok Sabha)State-wise Strength
(1 states)- Punjab
Financial Overview
No financial statements on record.
Organisational Structure
A network reaching from the national council down to booth level.
Major Policies & Agenda
Greater state autonomy and stronger federal relations.
Support for agricultural communities and rural Punjab.
Protection of Sikh religious and cultural institutions.
Promotion of Punjabi language and Punjab's regional identity.
Ideology & Vision
SAD emphasizes Punjab's regional interests, Sikh institutional concerns, agrarian communities and stronger federalism.
Alliances
- BJPHistorically allied; relationship has changed over time
Symbol & Colours
- Blue
Connect with SAD
Key Highlights
Past Presidents
(2)- Parkash Singh Badal – present
- Sukhbir Singh Badal – present
All information is sourced from official and public records.