Punjab assembly aap confidence motion

The Aam Aadmi Party passed a confidence motion in the Punjab Assembly on May 1, 2026. The motion was moved by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to counter rumors of instability within the party.

The motion received unanimous support from AAP members, with 88 of the party’s 94 MLAs present during the voting. The Congress staged a walkout, while the Bharatiya Janata Party boycotted the session entirely.

AAP holds a majority in the Punjab Assembly with 94 MLAs, compared to Congress’s 16 and Shiromani Akali Dal’s 3. This strong presence underscores the party’s control despite recent defections.

Seven of AAP’s ten MPs in the Rajya Sabha split from the party and joined the BJP. This shift raised concerns about AAP’s stability and governance. However, the successful passing of this motion is seen as a critical step towards maintaining political stability in Punjab.

Key statistics:

• AAP has 94 MLAs in total.
• Congress has 16 MLAs.
• Shiromani Akali Dal has 3 MLAs.
• 88 of AAP’s MLAs were present during voting.

Bhagwant Mann expressed confidence in his party, stating, “We are united, and this motion should be passed unanimously.” This sentiment reflects AAP’s determination to solidify its governance amid challenges.

The AAP has governed Punjab since winning a decisive majority in the assembly elections. The passing of this confidence motion reinforces their position as they navigate through internal and external pressures.