Which party won the Jalandhar (a city in Punjab) Lok Sabha bypoll election held in May 2023?

The correct answer is Aam Aadmi Party.

Key Points 

• AAP was formed in November 2012, led by Arvind Kejriwal, after the India Against Corruption movement, to fight for clean governance and transparency.
• The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) gained the status of a national party on April 10, 2023. 
• The most recent government formation by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) took place in Punjab after the 2022 Assembly elections.
• A National Party is a political party recognized in four or more states or one that has won at least 11 seats in the Lok Sabha.

Additional Information

• Indian National Congress (INC)
  • It was founded in 1885, INC played a crucial role in India's independence movement and is one of the oldest political parties in India.
  • Its key figures include Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Indira Gandhi, who shaped Indian politics and policy.
  • Although it has faced significant challenges in recent elections, INC remains influential in Indian politics, holding a significant number of seats in various state assemblies and the Lok Sabha.
• Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
  • It was founded in 1980, The BJP is rooted in Hindutva ideology and represents right-wing politics in India.
  • Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has implemented significant policies like GST and the Make in India initiative, leading to substantial electoral success.
• Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD)
  • ​It was founded in 1920, SAD advocates for the rights and interests of the Sikh community in Punjab.
  • The party has formed the government in Punjab multiple times and holds significant influence in state politics.