Amritsar: In a major spiritual and political development, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann arrived at the Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) on Thursday afternoon, March 12, 2026. The visit marks the first time Arvind Kejriwal has traveled to Punjab following his recent legal victory in the Delhi excise policy case, which the party has consistently labeled as a politically motivated fabrication.
Accompanied by their families, both leaders performed the traditional “Parikrama” and offered prayers of thanksgiving, or Shukrana, for the court’s decision to dismiss the charges against them. While addressing the media outside the historic complex, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that the judiciary’s findings have finally brought the truth to light. He emphasized that the court clarified that no legitimate case existed, meaning the trial was not merely concluded but was deemed unworthy of initiation.
The timing of the visit is particularly significant as the AAP-led Punjab government prepares to celebrate its four-year anniversary. Chief Minister Mann linked the spiritual visit to the state’s governance, mentioning that they prayed for the continued strength to serve the public with integrity. He also referenced the recently presented Punjab Budget, describing it as a roadmap for the state’s progress and prosperity. According to the leaders, the Shabad Kirtan playing within the temple corridors provided a sense of peace and renewed inspiration for their ongoing political journey.
Footage circulating across social media and national news outlets shows the leaders and their families navigating the temple complex amidst tight security and a large gathering of supporters. This public display of faith and gratitude is seen by political analysts as a strategic move to solidify the party’s morale ahead of upcoming electoral challenges and to celebrate the removal of a significant legal shadow over its leadership.
