Notwithstanding some tough talk by Rajya Sabha member Balbir Punj, central BJP in-charge of the state unit, regarding the future of the ruling alliance, Rajnath ruled out any withdrawal of support. ‘‘The alliance would continue,’’ he said.
Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal had called on Rajnath Singh on Monday to apprise him of the situation and the steps planned by him to defuse the crisis generated by the clashes.
At least 10 people were injured at Tarn Taran on Sunday, ahead of zila parishad and panchayat samiti polls, after BJP MLA Anil Joshi had a heated argument with Akali MLA Harmeet Singh Sandhu.