Chandigarh, November 13, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Darshpreet Singh, an active figure in Panjab University student politics and a leader of the student organisation ‘Sath’, joined Akali Dal Waris Punjab De along with several fellow students and other leaders at a press conference in Chandigarh.
Those who joined the party alongside him include student leaders Randeep Singh, Sukhdeep Singh, Harmanjeet Singh, Shaganjeet Singh, Mehakdeep Singh, Sukhraj Singh and Sukhman Singh.
Senior Akali leader and MLA from Mullanpur Dakha Manpreet Singh Ayali, along with Babu Singh Brar, Kabal Singh, Bhai Sukhwinder Singh Agwan and Youth Wing national president Sukhdev Singh Qadian, welcomed the new entrants.
Addressing the gathering, Ayali said it was important for Punjab’s youth to remain aware of issues concerning the state’s rights, Punjabi identity and future. He described young people as a major strength of society and said their energy and abilities should be channelled towards Punjab’s progress.
Ayali also welcomed the participation of young people who had worked for democratic values, student rights and Punjab-related issues during their university years. He expressed confidence that the new members would strengthen the voice for Punjab’s interests.
Darshpreet Singh had contested for the post of president in the 2026 Panjab University Students’ Council elections as a candidate of ‘Sath’. He graduated in law from Panjab University and also studied in its Punjabi Department.
He has been active on issues concerning student rights, the Punjabi language, Punjabi identity and democratic values. He was also associated with the movement to protect Panjab University’s autonomy and democratic institutional structure. His organisation, ‘Sath’, played an active role in the ‘Save Panjab University Morcha’, which demanded the restoration of the university Senate and the holding of Senate elections.
The party leaders said the induction of Darshpreet Singh and his associates marked an important step from student politics towards wider political engagement. They expressed confidence that their joining would strengthen the party’s presence among students and young people.
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