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After the battle, a break: Punjab politicians unwind after polls

As they wait for the result of the assembly polls, the leaders of all parties are taking it easy

Punjab Congress chief Capt Amarinder Singh flashes victory sign with youngsters at a polling station during voting for Punjag Assembly polls in Patiala. Photo: PTI
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Punjab Congress chief Capt Amarinder Singh flashes victory sign with youngsters at a polling station during voting for Punjag Assembly polls in Patiala. Photo: PTI

Amit Agnihotri New Delhi
Post a tough electoral battle in Punjab, which saw hectic campaigning by the ruling Shiromani Akali Dal-Bharatiya Janata Party combine, Congress and the disruptor Aam Aadmi Party, politicians of various hues are taking the over-a-month-long wait for the results in their stride.

Polling for all the 117 assembly seats in the state was held on February 4. Results will be out on March 11.

Punjab Congress Chief Amarinder Singh, who tried hard to wrest power from the Akali-BJP combine, is nursing his hurt ankle in Chandigarh. Singh’s ankle was twisted during the hectic campaigning and he has been advised rest