Performance of Shiromani Akali Dal Bjp Governments in Punjab 2007 2017 An Analysis

Abstract

During the period of 2007-17, SAD-BJP government was a coalition government in Punjab. In democratic set up, where no single political party secures majority of seats, some parties come together to form their government which is known as coalition government. Coalition politics in Indian states is the logical and inherent outcome of the political fragmentation and social diversities in our country. It is an expression of the divergent views held by the people as well as political parties and the desire of different groups to come into power. As the coalition politics is an ongoing process at present, a practical and lively manifestation of power politics is much needed. newlineAt the time of election, before approaching the electorate, every political party issues their election manifesto. A manifesto contains the aims and objective of the party. The manifesto is an opportunity for a political party to present its agenda for the future aspirations of the people. The manifesto is an opportunity for a political a party to articulate its policies and programmes with a vision to clarify its purpose and a sense of determination. The manifesto is a charter and a contract with the people. They give a new aspiration and expectation to the people for their better lives and to improve their standard of living. With the development of coalition government and alliance politics, the party s manifestoes have attained an important position so that the clash of ideologies can be minimised and the consent on basic issues can be included in the manifestoes. newlineSince reorganisation of Punjab on linguistic basis in November 1966, seven coalition ministries have been formed in the state by Shiromani Akali Dal. newlineSAD-BJP government for the period 2007-2017 made impressive performance in some fields like power, infrastructure, social services and electricity etc. But in other fields like drugs, illegal mining, unemployment, corruption, suicides of farming communities, SYL River and Chandigarh issue government took some bold steps but failed to ta