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AAP's Atishi accuses BJP of launching 200 false cases over a decade against AAP leaders, with no financial recovery.

Atishi Accuses BJP of 200 False Cases Against AAP

Atishi slams BJP for allegedly filing over 200 false cases against AAP leaders in a ten-year campaign. Highlights non-recovery of funds, Supreme Court critique, and accuses BJP of diverting from governance issues.

Atishi Claims 200 False BJP Cases Against AAP

Atishi alleges BJP's decade-long false case campaign against AAP, with no fiscal recovery, highlighting governance issues.

AAP leader Atishi on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP government at the Centre and in Delhi, alleging a decade-long political vendetta involving over 200 false cases against party leaders.
Her remarks came as former Delhi chief minister Manish Sisodia appeared before the ACB for questioning in an alleged graft case related to the construction of classrooms in Delhi government schools.
At a press conference, Atishi said, "In the last 10 years, BJP's ED, CBI, IT and Delhi police have filed more than 200 false cases against AAP leaders, but till date not even a single rupee has been recovered." She cited the Supreme Court's remarks calling central investigative agencies "caged parrots" during AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal's bail hearing as proof of political misuse of institutions.
AAP leader Satyendar Jain had also appeared before the agency on June 6 in connection with the same case.
Atishi accused the BJP of using diversion tactics to cover up its failures on the governance front.
"There are long power cuts across Delhi, water shortage in homes while roads remain waterlogged. But instead of solving these issues, the BJP is busy running fake cases to mislead the public," Atishi alleged.
She further charged that the BJP is colluding with the "education mafia" to shut down government schools and promote private institutions.
"They want to shut down Delhi's government schools under the guise of scams that don't exist. Headlines don't prove corruption," she said.
There was no immediate response from the BJP over the allegations.
Hitting out at Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Atishi asked, "Apart from painting mohalla clinics and renaming them health temples, what has she really given to the people of Delhi?"

AAP alleges police detained Atishi at Bhoomiheen Camp amid eviction notices. Police deny, citing Section 65. BJP defends demolitions, offering alternatives.

AAP Claims Detention Amid Kalkaji Demolition

AAP accuses police of detaining Atishi at Bhoomiheen Camp during demolition plans. Police refute claims, citing Section 65. BJP defends actions.

AAP alleges Atishi's police detention at Bhoomiheen Camp amid demolition plans. Authorities deny detention under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act.

The Aam Aadmi Party Tuesday claimed its leader Atishi was detained by police when she went to meet the residents of Bhoomiheen Camp in Kalkaji where a demolition is to be carried out. Police, however, denied any detention.
Eviction notices by the Delhi Development Authority have been pasted at houses in the jhuggi-jhopri camp, warning "encroachers" to leave the spot within three days, or face action.
The camp, where most residents are migrant workers, has seen demolition drives thrice in the past year -- in May and June this year and July 2023.
Despite claims of detention, a police officer said she along with others were "removed" under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act.
Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 states that all persons must comply with reasonable directions given by a police officer in the discharge of their duties under the Act. If someone resists, refuses, or fails to comply, the police officer can remove the person, produce them before a Metropolitan Magistrate, or release them in trivial cases, it says.
Atishi, a former Delhi chief minister, had earlier in a post on X in Hindi, said, "Tomorrow, the BJP is going to run bulldozers over the Bhoomiheen Camp. Today, the slum residents there were planning to protest, so the BJP government deployed thousands of police and CRPF personnel.
"Rekha Gupta ji: You had said that no slums would be demolished, right? Then why is such a massive police and CRPF force deployed?" Gupta had on Sunday said the authorities cannot go against demolition orders issued by the courts and stressed that the displaced residents have been provided accommodation.
The remarks came amid criticism from the opposition AAP over the razing of the Madrasi Camp slum cluster near Barapullah in south Delhi, and similar demolition drives in other parts of the city.

AAP slams BJP for hypocrisy after reports emerged of Delhi CM's luxurious new bungalow, countering BJP's past austerity claims. BJP yet to respond.

AAP Criticizes BJP Over Delhi CMs Bungalow Issue

The Aam Aadmi Party accuses BJP of hypocrisy for the Delhi CM's planned move to a government bungalow, spotlighting lavish expenditures.

AAP criticizes BJP over Delhi CM's bungalow move, citing hypocrisy and lavish expenses. BJP silent on allegations.

The Aam Aadmi Party on Friday slammed the BJP saying a party that claimed to &ldquo;live simply&rdquo; and questioned the lifestyle of other leaders is now building a "maya mahal" for Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
AAP&rsquo;s reaction comes a day after officials said CM Gupta may move into a government bungalow in north Delhi At a press conference here, AAP MLA from Kirari, Anil Jha, alleged, &ldquo;The BJP always claimed to live simply and questioned the lifestyle of leaders from other parties. But now we&rsquo;re getting reliable information that the CM is likely to be allotted two adjoining bungalows -- 1/8 and 2/8 Raj Niwas Marg, each with 15 rooms. Renovation orders have already been issued.&rdquo; There was no immediate response from the Delhi government or the BJP over the allegations. &nbsp; The MLA claimed that preparations at the property include the installation of 14 high-capacity generators of 62 KVA each to ensure uninterrupted electricity. &nbsp;&ldquo;This is where Delhi will now be governed from &ndash; a 'maya mahal'. The same BJP leaders who used to attack Arvind Kejriwal for spending are now silent,&rdquo; he said.
Previously, the Bharatiya Janata Party termed the 6 Flagstaff Road residence of former Delhi chief minister Kejriwal a "Sheesh Mahal". &nbsp; Jha also pointed to what he called a broader trend of extravagance in BJP-ruled states. &nbsp;&ldquo;In Uttarakhand, the CM stays in a 'rang-mahal' with 60 rooms. In Madhya Pradesh, there is an 'aishwarya-mahal' for the CM. And here in Delhi, the CM who once travelled in a normal car now moves with a 13-car cavalcade,&rdquo; he said.
Echoing similar sentiments, senior AAP leader and former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, in a post on X, said, "For the Delhi CM, two large government bungalows with 15 rooms each are being combined to form the Maya Mahal." Most of the cabinet ministers in the new BJP-led Delhi government have already been allotted official residences in the city.

AAP accuses BJP of healthcare worker dismissals and impending Mohalla clinic shutdowns. Health Minister promises fair hiring amid concern for public services.

AAP Criticizes BJP Over Mohalla Clinic Changes

AAP accuses BJP of dismissing healthcare workers amid Mohalla clinic shutdown rumors. Health Minister ensures transparent hiring, while AAP voices public welfare concerns.

AAP accuses BJP of Mohalla clinic sackings

AAP accuses BJP of healthcare worker dismissals amid Mohalla clinic shutdown rumors. Delhi Health Minister ensures transparent hiring. AAP warns of public service impact.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday attacked the Delhi BJP government, alleging the dismissal of thousands of doctors, nurses, pharmacists and multi-tasking workers (MTWs) from the Mohalla clinics.
Responding to the allegations, Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh said the government will not do injustice to anyone and everyone eligible will be included.
"There will be a proper process to hire doctors and all eligible candidates can apply. There will be transparency in the selection as we aim to provide the best healthcare to our people.
"All good doctors and healthcare workers will be with us. Everything will be done systematically," the minister told PTI.
Earlier, addressing a press conference, Delhi AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged that the minutes of a meeting issued on May 7 indicated plans to shut down most Mohalla clinics in Delhi. The stated reason, he said, was that Ayushman Aarogya Mandirs would be established in their place and wherever an Aarogya Mandir is built, there would be no need for a nearby Mohalla Clinic.
According to him, the statement read that the clinics would remain operational only until the Aarogya Mandirs are constructed, after which both the clinics and their personnel would be removed.
"They've been trying to get a meeting with the chief minister since then. But when they got no response, they were left with no choice but to come in thousands to the CM's Janta Darbar," he said.
Bharadwaj accused the BJP of going back on its promise.
"Before elections, the Prime Minister (Narendra Modi), (Union Health Minister) J P Nadda and every BJP MP and minister promised that no public welfare scheme run during the AAP government tenure -- be it free electricity, 20,000 litres of water or Mohalla clinics -- would be stopped. But the first order by the new health minister was to shut down 250 rented clinics," he said.
"With the sentiment of political hatred, all the facilities are being shut down. And on top of that, the people who used to come to the clinics every day, used to get free treatment, free medicines and free tests, those facilities are also being shut down by the BJP," he added.
Bharadwaj noted that many of the staffers have been working since 2017.
"For more than eight years, they've worked, earning between Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 a month. Their income depends on patient turnout. Their entire family is dependent on them," he said.
"Just like the BJP removed over 10,000 bus marshals, data entry operators in hospitals, yoga instructors, Delhi Assembly Research Centre (DARC) fellows and guest teachers, now they're targeting the Mohalla Clinic staff. This is shameful," he added.
"In Arvind Kejriwal's government, the poor got jobs. Today, under the BJP, they are being removed without any thought about how they will run their homes and feed their families," he added.

AAP refuses to contest Delhi MCD mayoral election, citing BJP's alleged electoral manipulation and councillor poaching.

AAP Withdraws from MCD Mayoral Race

AAP abstains from participating in Delhi's MCD mayoral election, accusing BJP of manipulation. Political tensions rise as elections approach.

AAP refuses to contest Delhi MCD mayoral election

AAP withdraws from Delhi MCD mayoral election, citing BJP's alleged electoral manipulation. Party leaders criticize BJP's actions.

The AAP on Monday announced that it will not contest the upcoming elections for the posts of mayor and deputy mayor in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.
The polls are scheduled to be held on April 25.
Addressing a press conference, former Delhi chief minister and Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, Atishi, said, "The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will play the role of a strong opposition in the MCD as well. BJP did a lot of rigging during the MCD elections but still it lost badly. Even after this, it did not stop and all the councillors were poached." She said her party does not believe in the "politics of sabotage and horse-trading" and has, therefore, decided not to participate in the mayoral contest.
"Now the BJP should form its triple engine government and fulfil its promises made to the people of Delhi without any excuses," Atishi said.
AAP's Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj, who was also present at the press conference, accused the BJP of indulging in malpractice during the delimitation process.
"The BJP had stopped the MCD election earlier too. Wards were shifted during delimitation. There was huge fraud and corruption during the process. Despite this, BJP lost the election and AAP formed the government," Bharadwaj said.
He also alleged that BJP councillors have tried to disrupt MCD meetings.
"After much drama by BJP councillors and ongoing defections, we have decided not to field our candidate this time," he said.
The BJP's current strength in the MCD has increased to 119 following multiple defections from the AAP over the past few months. Both MPs and MLAs nominated to the MCD are eligible to vote in the upcoming elections.
According to a notice issued by the MCD Secretary's Office, the corporation will hold its ordinary meeting on April 25, with the elections for mayor and deputy mayor scheduled for 2 pm.

A fatal stabbing in Delhi's Seelampur exacerbates BJP-AAP tensions over law and order. Political leaders trade accusations as police presence increases.

Delhi Stabbing Intensifies BJP and AAP Clash

The fatal stabbing of a youth in Seelampur has led to heightened BJP-AAP political tensions regarding the city's law and order. Both parties hold the other responsible, amidst rising local tensions and increased police presence.

A fatal stabbing in Delhi's Seelampur exacerbates BJP-AAP tensions over law and order

The fatal stabbing of a teen in Seelampur intensifies the BJP-AAP law and order debate. Leaders from both parties exchange blames as police heighten local security.

The fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old boy in northeast Delhi's Seelampur has triggered a war of words between the ruling BJP and opposition AAP on Friday.
Both the sides blamed each other for the "deteriorating" law and order situation in the city.
The boy was stabbed on Thursday at J Block in New Seelampur.
Senior AAP leader and Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Atishi accused the BJP-led Central government and Delhi Police of failing to ensure the safety of citizens.
"The murder of a 17-year-old youth in Seelampur is another example of the deteriorating law and order situation in Delhi," Atishi posted on X.
"What is Delhi Police doing? What is Home Minister Amit Shah doing? What is the double-engine government doing?" she asked, referring to the BJP government at the Centre which controls Delhi Police.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the family of the youth will get justice.
"I have talked to the Commissioner of Police. The police is making all efforts and I hope the accused will be arrested soon. It will be ensured that the family of the youth gets justice," she said.
BJP MP from north-east Delhi, Manoj Tiwari, condemned the killing. He said the matter was being taken seriously by law enforcers and promised swift action.
"The anger among the people of the area is quite natural," Tiwari said in an X post, adding, "I have been in touch with senior police officers from the district since last night. Most of the criminals have been identified and a thorough investigation is underway." Tiwari also appealed for calm. "Efforts should be made to ensure that police action is not hindered," he said.
BJP MLA Ravinder Singh Negi said, "We have assured the family that there is no need to panic or leave the area. Strict action will be taken against the accused. Police are doing their job, the culprits will be punished." "In Hindustan, Hindus will stay. No one needs to leave their homes. We have removed the posters and assured people that we are standing with them," he said.
"If there is a need for the Yogi model, it will be used. If an encounter is required, the police will act accordingly. If any accused tries to flee, we will respond with the Yogi model," he added.
Meanwhile, AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj said, "For the past six to eight months, we have been warning that law and order in Delhi has collapsed. No new police recruitment is taking place, and the force is busy with VIP duties...
"Murders are happening in broad daylight and people are being killed for not paying extortion money. Despite this, Delhi Police released data last week claiming that crime is decreasing. This is an attempt by the police and the Central government to mislead the public with false data," he said.
Additionally, police have beefed up security in Seelampur as the murder sparked protests in the locality.

Congress will contest Gujarat by-elections without AAP alliance, following AAP's independent candidate announcement for Visavadar, yet remains aligned nationally with the INDIA bloc.

Congress Goes Solo in Gujarat Bypolls

Congress parts ways with AAP for Gujarat bypolls due to preemptive candidate announcement, while maintaining INDIA bloc unity at the national level.

Congress will contest Gujarat by-elections without AAP alliance 

Congress opts to contest Gujarat by-elections solo after AAP's independent candidate announcement, maintaining national INDIA bloc alignment.

The opposition Congress on Friday announced that it would not enter into an alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and will go it alone in the upcoming bypolls to two assembly constituencies in Gujarat.
After the party's political affairs committee meeting, Gujarat Congress president Shaktisinh Gohil said the party has decided to stay away from the AAP for the by-elections because the Arvind Kejriwal-led party already declared its candidate for the Visavadar seat without consulting it.
He, however, stressed that both parties will remain part of the INDIA bloc at the national level despite Congress' stance in Gujarat.
Gohil hinted that the AAP failed to fulfil the "gathbandhan dharma" by declaring its candidate for the Visavadar seat despite being part of the INDIA bloc.
While the Election Commission is yet to announce dates for the bypolls, the AAP last month declared party leader Gopal Italia as its candidate for the Visavadar seat.
Gohil said, "A detailed discussion was held about the upcoming bypolls in our political affairs committee meeting. Every alliance has some principles. The AAP has already declared its candidate for Visavadar without consulting us. We are part of the INDIA bloc. But, state party units are free to make their own decisions." The Congress leader claimed the party lost the Haryana assembly polls because the AAP had refused to accept its offer on some seats and decided to field its candidates.
He pointed out that the Congress had vacated the Bharuch and Bhavnagar seats for the AAP during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
"Hence, we have unanimously decided to go solo in the upcoming bypolls. It is also a fact that Gujarat voters never accepted a third force. Despite the damage caused by the AAP, the Congress is still the largest opposition party here. In people's interest, Congress will field its candidates on these seats," Gohil said.
The Visavadar seat in Junagadh district has been lying vacant since December 2023 when the then AAP MLA Bhupendra Bhayani resigned and joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while the Kadi seat in Mehsana, a constituency reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates, has been vacant since February 4 after the death of BJP MLA Karsan Solanki.

AAP MP Hayer opposes the Waqf Bill citing it as a government intrusion on minority religious properties threatening constitutional rights.

AAP MP Opposes the Controversial Waqf Bill

In a passionate parliamentary address, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer opposed the Waqf Bill, highlighting its threat to minority religious property rights and constitutional freedoms under Articles 14 and 26, amidst BJP's tactics and unfulfilled Sachar Committee commitments.

Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer challenges controversial Waqf Bill in Parliament

AAP MP Hayer criticized the Waqf Bill as a threat to minority property rights, citing constitutional concerns.

Aam Aadmi Party Lok Sabha member from Sangrur Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer today strongly opposed the Waqf Bill in Parliament. With his strong and logical arguments, he termed it as the bill that paves the way for the BJP government to loot and interfere in Affairs of minority religions.
This bill has been brought to grab Waqf properties, said Meet Hayer.
He also said that with this bill, the gateway has been opened to loot minority religions. Today, there is an attack on Waqf, in future, there may be tinkering with matters of other minority religions like Sikhs, Buddhists etc. With this bill, Article 14 has been directly violated.
According to the law, how will we find out whether a person is worshipping in his private life?
Meet Hayer said that the BJP's politics of dividing the country is clearly visible in this bill. He said that the attitude of the central government towards Muslims has been visible in the last 11 years from actions and rhetorical speeches.
The Home Minister calls the government serious towards Muslims, but not a single BJP Lok Sabha member is a Muslim and neither is there a Muslim MLA in Uttar Pradesh from BJP.
The MP said that the government has talked about implementing the recommendations of the Sachar Committee, but the Sachar Committee report also says that 70 percent of the Waqf Board properties in the country have been occupied and 355 are in the possession of the government. What has the government done about this?
He said that many historical buildings, mosques, and educational institutions in the country are hundreds of years old, from where will they get the necessary papers?
Meet Hayer, giving an example of Malerkotla&rsquo;s, which is part of his parliamentary constituency, mutual brotherhood and unity of all religions from the time of Nawab Sher Mohammad Khan's slogan of &ldquo;Haa the Naara&rdquo; also cautioned the central government against creating divisions on the basis of religion.
He said that he would do his best to fulfil the promise made to the residents of Malerkotla and oppose this bill.
The AAP Lok Sabha member said that the Constitution of the country has been attacked by this bill. Under Article 26, they can form and run their own organization and today this very right has been attacked

Amid corruption accusations, AAP leaders face legal challenges impacting party’s image and political landscape.

AAP Leaders Face Mounting Corruption Allegations

Corruption allegations challenge AAP leadership, impacting Delhi's political dynamics and tarnishing party's image.

Corruption allegations rock AAP: leadership under scrutiny

AAP leaders face mounting corruption allegations, impacting the party&rsquo;s reputation and election outcomes.

Corruption allegations continue to mount against leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), with former Delhi Health Minister Satyender Jain facing fresh accusations tied to a Rs 571 crore project for installing CCTV cameras in the city.
The case, which has been ongoing since May 2023, falls under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Mr. Jain allegedly accepted a Rs 7 crore bribe to waive a Rs 16 crore penalty associated with delays in the project&rsquo;s execution.
Mr. Jain had previously secured bail in October of the previous year following an arrest two years earlier in connection with a money laundering investigation by the Enforcement Directorate. Adding to his legal woes, President Droupadi Murmu recently sanctioned his prosecution in a disproportionate assets case.
Meanwhile, AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia are grappling with their own legal battles. Mr. Kejriwal faces charges related to misappropriating public funds for party promotional materials, a case dating back six years.
Mr. Sisodia, the former deputy chief minister, is implicated in a Rs 2,000 crore scam tied to school classroom construction in Delhi. Both continue to deal with allegations surrounding the controversial Delhi liquor excise policy scam, which a recent Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) report claims cost the state Rs 2,002 crore.
Despite vehement denials from AAP, which asserts that these charges are politically motivated attacks orchestrated by the BJP to tarnish its image and that of its leaders, the allegations have had political repercussions.
In a setback for the party, the BJP secured a decisive victory in the latest Delhi Assembly elections, capturing 48 of the 70 seats and taking control of the government for the first time in 28 years. The BJP has also accused Mr. Kejriwal of misappropriating Rs 45 crore of taxpayers&rsquo; money for renovations of his official residence during his time as Chief Minister.

AAP's hybrid campaign for Delhi elections combines AI-generated content and traditional methods. Arvind Kejriwal's welfare promises focus on women, senior citizens, and marginalized groups, targeting key voter segments for the February 2025 polls.

AAP's Hybrid Delhi Poll Campaign: AI spoofs, welfare, and ground outreach

AAP's hybrid campaign for Delhi's 2025 elections blends AI technology with traditional strategies. Arvind Kejriwal's welfare-focused promises target women, senior citizens, and marginalized communities, aiming to secure a third consecutive term.

AAP is using a mix of AI-generated content, traditional campaigning, and welfare promises to appeal to diverse Delhi voters for the Feb 5 elections. The party is focusing on key voter segments with tailored initiatives and personal outreach.

Ahead of Delhi's February 5 elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is deploying a hybrid campaign strategy that blends technology and traditional outreach methods to secure a third consecutive term in office. The party is making effective use of AI-generated content, including spoofs targeting opposition leaders, particularly from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). These satirical videos aim to engage the younger, tech-savvy voter base, while promoting AAP's message.
Besides digital tools, AAP is strengthening its grassroots presence through rallies and padyatras, focusing on direct voter engagement. The campaign also leverages extensive door-to-door contact, rallies from top leaders, and social media to highlight its governance achievements.
AAP's strategy caters to different demographics by emphasizing welfare schemes such as the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana for women, free healthcare for senior citizens, and financial assistance to auto-rickshaw drivers, which make up a significant portion of its voter base. The party is also focusing on the Purvanchali community with targeted outreach such as Chhath Puja celebrations and Bhojpuri campaign songs. Additionally, Kejriwal has introduced initiatives like the Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana to support underprivileged students.
AAP's approach also includes elements of soft Hindutva, with Kejriwal making public displays of Hindu faith, such as chanting Hanuman Chalisa and visiting temples, in contrast to the BJP's more assertive Hindutva narrative. This is balanced with AAP's emphasis on its flagship welfare programs, including free electricity, water, healthcare, and education.
Despite facing competition, especially from the BJP, AAP is banking on its extensive welfare model and Kejriwal&rsquo;s hands-on leadership to solidify its appeal. The Delhi Assembly election is being viewed as a key test of AAP's governance model, which continues to offer an alternative to traditional political approaches.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh has challenged BJP leaders to substantiate their allegations of extravagant renovations, including claims of a "golden toilet," at Arvind Kejriwal’s former CM residence. 

AAP MP Sanjay Singh Challenges BJP Over 

AAP MP Sanjay Singh Challenges BJP Over "Sheesh Mahal" Allegations

AAP MP Sanjay Singh has challenged BJP leaders to substantiate their allegations of extravagant renovations, including claims of a "golden toilet," at Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s former CM residence.&nbsp;

AAP MP Sanjay Singh on Tuesday invited the media for a tour of Arvind Kejriwal's official residence while he was Delhi's chief minister, which the BJP claims was turned into a "Sheesh Mahal" during the AAP chief's stay.
Challenging the BJP over its allegations on the "Sheesh Mahal" issue, Singh asked its leaders to visit the CM's residence at 11 am on Wednesday with the media and prove their claims.
In a press conference, he alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi lived in a "Rajmahal" worth Rs 2,700 crores and challenged the BJP to open it up for a similar visit with the media.
The Rajya Sabha MP alleged that all of BJP -- from the prime minister to his party members -- is running a propaganda campaign over the "Sheesh Mahal".
Kejriwal occupied the 6 Flagstaff Road bungalow amid controversies related to alleged irregularities in its renovation and costly fittings and household goods present in it. He vacated it in October last year after stepping down as Delhi's CM.
The BJP has focussed a big part of its election campaign centred around these allegations, dubbing the bungalow "Sheesh Mahal".
The prime minister, too, during a BJP rally in Rohini last week, hit out at the AAP, saying their allegations that the Centre did not let the Delhi government work was "exposed by the "Sheesh Mahal".
"They claim there is a minibar in the residence, a golden toilet, and even a swimming pool inside. BJP's leaders are spreading lies, and I want the entire nation and Delhi to know the truth," Singh said.
"Show us where is the swimming pool, the minibar and the golden toilet. The people of Delhi and the country deserve to know the truth. I challenge you. Tomorrow at 11 am, let's visit the Chief Minister's residence along with the media and uncover the reality," he said.
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva has claimed that valuable items, including a "golden commode", were missing after the bungalow was vacated by Kejriwal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized AAP, calling it a "disaster" for Delhi, while inaugurating housing and redevelopment projects aimed at improving living conditions. 

Delhi Elections: PM Modi calls AAP a 'disaster' for national capital

Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday slammed AAP as an "aapda" for Delhi, saying this "aapda" had taken the national capital in its grip in the past 10 years.
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Addressing people after launching a slew of infrastructure projects in the national capital, including in housing and education sectors, he hit out at the AAP-led city government and said the situation in the national capital would worsen if its reign continued.
On the one hand, the Centre is making a lot of efforts; on the other, the Union Territory government stands for brazen lies, Modi said, accusing the AAP government of committing corruption in a host of sectors ranging from school education to fighting pollution and the liquor trade.
With assembly elections set to be held in the city next month, the prime minister said Delhi had launched a war on this "aapda (disaster)" and decided to get rid of it.
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Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."
"This year will usher in a new politics of nation-building and people's welfare. Therefore, 'aapda' has to be removed and the BJP brought in," he said.
Due to the city government not allowing the Centre's signature health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat, and other programmes in the national capital, Modi said he was unable to fully help the people living here despite his efforts.
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If highways are being built in the capital and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has been able to make houses for the poor, it is because "aapda" does not have much role in these sectors, he added.
Taking a swipe at former Delhi chief minister and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Modi said he could also have built a "sheesh mahal" for himself but his dream was to ensure homes for everyone in the country.
"These people commit corruption and then glorify it," he said, accusing AAP of shamelessness and making false promises.
The BJP has been targeting Kejriwal for allegedly spending a huge amount of money on his official residence when he was chief minister, and described his erstwhile home as "sheesh mahal".
The country knows very well that he never built a home for himself, Modi said.
"But in the past 10 years, (my government) has built four crore houses for the poor and fulfilled their dreams. I could have also built a 'sheesh mahal'. But my dream was to give a pucca house to my countrymen," he said, stressing his vision to provide a concrete house to those living in slums.
He said 2025 would bring many new possibilities for India, asserting that the country had become a symbol of political and economic stability in the world.
India will rise to become a big manufacturing hub in the new year in which new records in the agriculture sector and women-led development will be registered as well, he said.
The prime minister asserted India's global standing and image would also be strengthened in 2025.
Providing affordable housing to the poor and the middle class is a priority for the BJP-led central government, he said and added one crore new houses would be built for the urban poor in the next phase.
It is the BJP-led government at the Centre which will help do it, Modi said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | PM Narendra Modi virtually inaugurates two urban redevelopment projects - the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar, CBSE's Integrated Office Complex at Dwarka PM Modi also lays the foundation stone of Veer Savarkar&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gyydATTrOw">pic.twitter.com/gyydATTrOw</a>
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The government is also providing a big rebate in home loan interest rate so that the middle class can own a home, the prime minister said while also highlighting the Centre's efforts to boost infrastructure in the education sector.
Modi inaugurated a slew of development projects, including 1,675 flats for residents of 'jhuggi-jhopri' (JJ) or slum clusters and two urban redevelopment projects in the city. ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/pm-modi-lays-foundation-stone-for-two-new-du-campuses-veer-savarkar-college-1735897153917" target="_blank">PM Modi lays foundation stone for two new DU campuses, Veer Savarkar college</a>

Delhi government departments distance themselves from AAP’s promised schemes, warning citizens against sharing personal details with unauthorized entities. 

Delhi govt departments distance themselves from AAP's promised schemes

The development, which came days after AAP leaders launched the exercise of registering people for the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani Yojana with much fanfare, left the AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal furious.

The Delhi government's Women and Child Development and Health departments issued public notices on Wednesday distancing themselves from the ruling AAP's promised schemes of providing Rs 2,100 to women and free treatment for the elderly, triggering a fresh row ahead of assembly polls.
The two departments also cautioned the people against providing personal details to anyone on the pretext of registration for "non-existent" schemes, saying any private individual or political party collecting such physical forms or information is "fraudulent and without any authority".
The development, which came days after AAP leaders launched the exercise of registering people for the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani Yojana with much fanfare, left the AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal furious.
Kejriwal, who is leading the registration drive, alleged that the BJP was rattled by the two schemes and claimed that Chief Minister Atishi could be arrested in a "fake" case in the coming days.
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महिला सम्मान योजना और संजीवनी योजना से ये लोग बुरी तरह से बौखला गए हैं। अगले कुछ दिनों में फ़र्ज़ी केस बनाकर आतिशी जी को गिरफ्तार करने का इन्होंने प्लान बनाया है उसके पहले &ldquo;आप&rdquo; के सीनियर नेताओं पर रेड की जायेंगी आज 12 बजे इस पर प्रेस कांफ्रेंस करूँगा।
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"They are completely rattled with Mahila Samman Yojna and Sanjeevani Yojna. They have hatched a plan to come up with a fake case and arrest Chief Minister Atishi in the next few days," he said on X.
He also claimed that before Atishi's arrest, raids would be conducted against senior AAP leaders.
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj had on Tuesday claimed that she spoke to the health secretary of the Delhi government and was informed that there was no "Sanjeevani Yojna" in existence.
Both the schemes were announced by Kejriwal ahead of Assembly polls in February next year and AAP had started registrations for the schemes in campaign mode. Its leaders are confident that the measure will help woo voters as many believe that such schemes were a factor in the ruling parties retaining power in several state elections.
"It has been brought to the notice of the Department of Women and Child Development, through media reports and social media posts, that a political party is claiming to disburse Rs 2100 per month under Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana to women in Delhi.
"It is clarified that no such scheme has been notified by the Government of Delhi," said the public notice by the department.
If and when the scheme begins, the department will launch a digital portal for eligible individuals to submit their applications online as per the approved guidelines, it said.
Since no such scheme exists, the question of physical forms for registration under this non-existent scheme does not arise, read the notice.
"Any private individual/ political party collecting such physical forms/applications or collecting information from applicants under the name of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana is fraudulent and without any authority," it said.
The notice cautioned the people that providing personal details and sensitive information like PAN account numbers, phone numbers or Voter ID, in the name of the scheme may lead to crime including cyber and banking frauds.
It advised people not to entertain the "misleading" promise of non- non-existent scheme and to exercise caution and asked them not to provide personal details to unauthorised persons.
The Mahila Samman Yojna was announced by the AAP government in the budget 2024-25 to provide Rs 1000 per month to all eligible women aged above 18 in Delhi. Kejriwal recently promised to raise the amount to Rs 2100 per woman if AAP returned to power.
The Health and Family Department public notice similarly cautioned the people about "Sanjeevani Yojna" announced by the AAP supremo for free treatment of senior citizens above 60 years at government and private hospitals.
It has also come to the notice of the department that a registration drive to get enrolled under this scheme by filling up physical forms has also been started by some political functionaries and volunteers who are visiting door to door to collect information from elderly citizens and handing over to them some sort of "Health/Sanjeevani Scheme Card".
The notice said details of senior citizens like phone numbers, addresses, Aadhar and bank accounts were being sought for the registration and many of the elderly people have started visiting government hospitals and government offices to enquire about the scheme.
The notice said the Health and Family department does not have any supposed "Sanjeevani Scheme" in existence till date.
"Any private individual/political party collecting such physical forms/ applications or collecting information of applicants under the name of "Sanjeevani Yojna" is fraudulent and without any authority," read the notice clarifying the department has not authorised any health officials to collect personal details of the elderly.

Delhi's slum votes become a central focus in BJP and AAP's political strategies, highlighting challenges faced by slumdwellers. As they contend for influence, each party navigates allegations of demolition and voter disenfranchisement.

BJP vs AAP: Slum Votes Crucial in Delhi Elections

Delhi's slums are the focal point in the BJP-AAP battle, marked by demolition claims and voter roll controversies. With assembly elections nearing, slumdwellers play a pivotal role in determining the capital's political landscape.

&nbsp;AAP and BJP are at odds over a slum outreach program ahead of Delhi elections. AAP accuses BJP of demolishing slums and removing names from voter rolls, while BJP dismisses the claims as frivolous.

Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, a political dispute has erupted between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding slum development and voter registrations. A day after BJP leaders spent the night in Delhi&rsquo;s slums as part of an outreach campaign, the AAP accused the saffron party of demolishing slums and removing slum dwellers&rsquo; names from electoral rolls.
AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP's efforts, claiming that the party would visit slums, promise support, and then later demolish them. "They will sleep in your jhuggi now and then demolish it after three months," Kejriwal alleged, adding that it was ironic for BJP leaders to visit slums after having destroyed them over the past five years.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi further warned slumdwellers, advising them to be cautious of BJP leaders. She alleged that the slums they visit are later demolished, citing the example of Sundar Nagri and Shahdara&rsquo;s Ambedkar Basti where names of slumdwellers were allegedly deleted from the voters' list.
In response, Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor dismissed the accusations, claiming that AAP was making "frivolous" allegations because they had already conceded defeat. He also defended the BJP's outreach program, claiming it was designed to understand slum dwellers' struggles and improve their living conditions through the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB).
As the Delhi assembly elections approach in February, the BJP's outreach to slum residents has become a significant political strategy, aiming to expand its influence in areas traditionally dominated by AAP.

Ahead of Delhi elections, Kejriwal announces Rs 10 lakh insurance, free coaching for auto drivers' children, and financial marriage aid to garner support, emphasizing his populist appeal.

Kejriwal's Promises to Delhi Auto Drivers

Ahead of Delhi elections, Kejriwal announces Rs 10 lakh insurance, free coaching for auto drivers' children, and financial marriage aid to garner support, emphasizing his populist appeal.

Ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced Rs 10 lakh insurance for the city&rsquo;s auto drivers.
Kejriwal, who had lunch with the family members of an auto driver in Kondli constituency, also promised Rs 1 lakh as assistance to the auto drivers for the marriage of their daughters.
The former Delhi chief minister said Rs 2,500 would be given twice yearly as uniform allowance to auto drivers. He also assured their children of free coaching and the relaunching of the &lsquo;PoochO&rsquo; app.
The app allows people to access the database developed by the Delhi Integrated Multi-Model Transit System of registered auto drivers&rsquo; mobile numbers and call them up to book a ride.
The elections for the 70-member Delhi Assembly are due in February next year. The AAP pitted against the BJP and the Congress, is working hard to retain power for a third time in a row.

Former Delhi minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.

AAP's Satyendar Jain files defamation case against BJP's Bansuri Swaraj

Former Delhi minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.

Former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.
Jain alleges that Swaraj, during her interview on October 5, 2023, falsely claimed that ₹3 crore, 1.8 kilograms of gold, and 133 gold coins were recovered from his residence. He contends that these allegations were entirely baseless and politically motivated to damage his reputation.
Furthermore, Jain claims that Swaraj's accusations of him being "corrupt" and "fraudulent" were malicious and caused significant harm to his personal and professional standing. He asserts that the false statements have not only tarnished his image as a public representative but also affected his reputation within his family and society.
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 In its statement, the party said that it disagrees with the High Court's order, and will challenge it in the apex court. 

AAP to move SC against stay on Arvind Kejriwal bail in excise case

In its statement, the party said that it disagrees with the High Court's order, and will challenge it in the apex court.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday said it disagrees with the Delhi High Court order staying the bail granted to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the trial court and will challenge it in the Supreme Court.
The Delhi High Court earlier in the day stayed the trial court order granting bail to Kejriwal in the money laundering case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam in Delhi.
A vacation bench of Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain said the trial court failed to appreciate the material placed before it by the Enforcement Directorate and did not apply its mind while deciding the AAP leader's bail plea.
The judge also said the trial court ought to have given adequate opportunity to the agency to argue its case.
Reacting to the development, the AAP said they will approach the apex court.
"We disagree with the Delhi High Court order. We will challenge it in the Supreme Court," the party said.
The trial court had granted bail to Kejriwal on June 20 and ordered his release on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh.
The ED moved the high court the next day and contended that the trial court's order was "perverse", "one-sided" and "wrong-sided" and that the findings were based on irrelevant facts.
The excise policy was scrapped in 2022 after the Delhi lieutenant governor ordered a CBI probe into alleged irregularities and corruption involving its formulation and execution.
According to the CBI and the ED, irregularities were committed while modifying the excise policy and undue favours extended to the licence holders.

Meanwhile, the Aam Admi party condemned the act and sought action on the complaint at the earliest.

AAP's Somnath Bharti alleges BJP's polling agents carrying pamphlets inside booth

Meanwhile, the Aam Admi party condemned the act and sought action on the complaint at the earliest.

Amid voting in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls, Aam Aadmi Party candidate Somnath Bharti has alleged that the BJP polling agents are carrying candidate pamphlets inside the booth.
In a post on X, Bharti said, "Shocked to report that every polling agent of the BJP is carrying candidate pamphlets inside the polling booth and shamelessly displaying the same fearing no one. Sharing video of what I saw inside booth no 134,135,137 and 138 of Assembly Constituency-43."&nbsp;
AAP also shared this on its official handle on X and said that the incident is shameful.
"Shameful!! Election Commission, what is happening right under your nose? BJP's polling agents are openly showing pamphlets inside the polling booth. This matter has come to light in Booth Numbers 134,135,137 and 138 of AC-43. Take appropriate action immediately," it said.
Earlier, AAP leader Atishi alleged that the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi VK Saxena, held a meeting with Delhi Police to slow down the voting process in areas that are strongholds of the INDIA bloc.
"We have received official information that last evening, LG had called a meeting of Delhi Police officials and instructions were given to Delhi Police that in all the areas which are strongholds of the INDIA alliance, voting should be slowed down in those areas. If this happens then it will be a violation of free and fair elections.
So we hope that the Election Commission will take cognizance of this," Atishi alleged.
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Delhi Police has registered a case in the alleged assault on a TV crew inside the AAP office. 

TV crew reports assault at AAP office after media coordinator told 'not to force way in', FIR registered

Delhi Police has registered a case in the alleged assault on a TV crew inside the AAP office.&nbsp;

Delhi Police have registered a case after a TV reporter and cameraperson claimed that they were attacked inside the AAP office.&nbsp;
Police said the alleged incident occurred inside the AAP office in Central Delhi's IP Estate on May 20.&nbsp;
FIR has been registered against several unidentified persons under relevant IPC sections pertaining to punishment for voluntarily causing hurt, criminal intimidation, and common intention among others.
The woman reporter, who is believed to be working for the Times Now channel, said that she was allegedly abused and heckled and the cameraperson accompanying her was assaulted inside the AAP office when the latter tried to enter the premises for an interview.&nbsp;
A video of the incident has gone viral that shows AAP&rsquo;s chief media coordinator Vikas Yogi asking the TV crew to not force their way inside the AAP office.&nbsp;
Following the incident, the reporter said that she called the police control room (PCR) and informed them about the incident. A medico-legal case (MLC) was subsequently carried out on the reporter and the cameraperson. After the process, the case was lodged.&nbsp;
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The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.

Excise scam: AAP to be made accused in money laundering case, ED tells Delhi HC

The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday contended before the Delhi High Court that it will make the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) an accused in the money laundering case stemming out of the Delhi excise policy scam.
The ED's submission was made while opposing the bail plea of former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia in the money laundering case.
"AAP is going to be made a co-accused in the next prosecution complaint (charge sheet) to be filed in the case," ED's counsel contended before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, who is hearing arguments on Sisodia's bail plea.
The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.
While seeking bail for him, Sisodia's counsel submitted that the ED and the CBI are still arresting people in the money laundering and corruption case and there is no question of early conclusion of the trial.
Further arguments on the bail plea are going on.&nbsp;
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