Chandigarh: Clashes involving supporters of Congress, AAP, BJP and SAD and allegations of booth capturing were reported on Tuesday at several places in Punjab during the civic elections that saw 63.94 per cent polling amid a heatwave.
The local body elections is being seen as crucial for all major political parties of the state as they are taking place ahead of the assembly polls next year. It is a litmus test for the ruling AAP which is hoping to retain power in Punjab.
