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The BJP accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal of enjoying a “7-star sheesh mahal” in Punjab under CM Bhagwant Mann’s quota despite holding no post in the state government.

'Sheesh mahal' being made for Kejriwal in Punjab under CM Mann's quota: BJP

The BJP accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal of enjoying a &ldquo;7-star sheesh mahal&rdquo; in Punjab under CM Bhagwant Mann&rsquo;s quota despite holding no post in the state government.

The BJP on Friday alleged that former Delhi chief minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal is being provided a &ldquo;sheesh mahal with a 7-star facility&rdquo; in Punjab under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann&rsquo;s quota even though he is neither an elected MLA nor part of the state government.
BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla also alleged that even the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, who had lost elections in Delhi, have been &ldquo;placed&rdquo; in various boards and commissions in Punjab, and demanded an explanation from Kejriwal and his party.
There was no immediate response from the AAP or the Punjab government to the BJP&rsquo;s charge.
&ldquo;People of Delhi removed Kejriwal from his &lsquo;sheesh mahal&rsquo; in New Delhi but the sheesh mahal mindset has not gone. And a sheesh mahal part 2 is being done in Punjab through the tax payers money, under the Punjab chief minister&rsquo;s quota because Kejriwal is the super CM of Punjab,&rdquo; Poonawalla charged in a video message.
&ldquo;He may not be an elected MLA, he may not be in the government, but a 7-star facility is being done only for him at the cost of the Punjabi tax payers,&rdquo; he added.
The BJP spokesperson alleged that the AAP, ruling Punjab, has not fulfilled the promises it made to the people of the state.
&ldquo;They have not given the money they promised to women of Punjab but provided a 100-car convoy for Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s VVIP security, then a 7 star &lsquo;alishaan&rsquo; (luxurious) mansion for him,&rdquo; he charged.
&ldquo;And this isn&rsquo;t the only thing. Even AAP leaders, who had lost elections in Delhi, have been placed in the boards and commissions in Punjab. So, the Punjabi tax payers are being used and utilised to pay for the Aam Aadmi Party leaders of Delhi. This is their mindset,&rdquo; the BJP spokesperson added.

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal will stay at 95, Lodhi Estate, a Type-VII bungalow allotted by the Centre following Delhi High Court's direction.

Centre allotted Kejriwal Type-VII bungalow in Lodhi Estate after being rapped by Delhi HC: AAP

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal will stay at 95, Lodhi Estate, a Type-VII bungalow allotted by the Centre following Delhi High Court's direction.

After the Centre allotted Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal a Type-VII bungalow in the capital, the party confirmed that the former Delhi chief minister will stay at the 95, Lodhi Estate accommodation, which was allocated to him after the "Delhi High Court rapped the Centre on the issue".
"Kejriwal has been allotted an official bungalow by the Centre after it was scolded by the Delhi High Court. He was entitled to a bungalow since he is the convener of a national party," AAP national media in-charge Anurag Dhanda told PTI Videos.
Last month, the Delhi High Court pulled up the Centre for delaying its decision in allotting a residential accommodation to Kejriwal in the national capital.
Kejriwal lived at an accommodation on 6, Flag Staff Road in Civil Lines while he was the chief minister.
The BJP had made it a big election issue in Delhi, calling the house "Sheesh Mahal", and vowing that its chief minister will not stay there.
After resigning as chief minister, Kejriwal shifted to a government bungalow allotted to AAP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal.
In 2022, Delhi government's vigilance department initiated an inquiry, on the direction of Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, into allegations of &ldquo;irregularities and cost escalation" in the renovation of the Civil Lines bungalow by the PWD.
Currently, the CBI is probing the matter on the complaint of then Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly, Vijender Gupta, which was filed with Saxena in December 2024.

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal will be allotted an appropriate accommodation within 10 days.

Centre Assures Home for Kejriwal in 10 Days Amid Court Proceedings

Centre Promises Kejriwal Home in 10 Days

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal will be allotted an appropriate accommodation within 10 days.

The Centre on Thursday informed the Delhi High Court that it will allot an appropriate accommodation to AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal within ten days.
The submissions were made before Justice Sachin Datta, who said the issues related to allotment of accommodation have to be resolved.
The court was hearing a petition filed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seeking directions to the Centre to allot a bungalow to the former Delhi chief minister here.
"He will be allotted the appropriate accommodation within 10 days from today. You may record my statement," Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, told the court.
The SG's submission came in response to the court's observation that the Lieutenant General of Delhi had recently stated that the issue will be resolved soon.
Senior Advocate Rahul Mehra, appearing for the AAP, then submitted that the accommodation given cannot be a downgrade from the accommodation that had been given to Kejriwal in the past.
"It has been a Type 7 or 8. They cannot downgrade me to a Type 5. I'm not favoured. I'm not Bahujan Samaj Party," he said.
To this, the court said, "If you are not happy, don't take it. Solution lies in you having a conversation with the SG." The SG, meanwhile, remarked, "Aam Aadmi never fights for type 8." Mehra responded by saying, "All this sloganeering was appropriate at elections, this is court." Then judge then intervened by saying that he has recorded the submissions and will pronounce the order later.
The judge added that such issues related to allotment have to be resolved, not just for politicians, but others as well.
"The practice of Ministry has to be noted. Not just this time for politician but to non-politician as well. It is an issue that has to be resolved," he said.
The court further said the AAP and Kejriwal will have liberty to approach the government if he is not satisfied with the accommodation allotted.
The petition said Kejriwal vacated his official residence at 6, Flagstaff Road on October 4, 2024 after stepping down as chief minister.
Since then, he has been staying at the official residence of another party member near Mandi House, it added.

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal urges the Indian government to impose higher tariffs on US cotton imports, warning that duty waiver may hurt local farmers.

India must impose higher tariffs on US imports: Arvind Kejriwal

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal urges the Indian government to impose higher tariffs on US cotton imports, warning that duty waiver may hurt local farmers.

Aam Aadmi Party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday demanded that India impose higher tariffs on US imports and asserted that the whole country will support this decision.
Addressing a press conference, Kejriwal alleged that the BJP-led Central government has decided to waive off 11 per cent duty on cotton imported from the US, which could impact the business of local farmers in Delhi. &nbsp;
There was no immediate reaction from the Central government. &nbsp;Stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision could prove detrimental to India's farmers, the AAP chief demanded that the government impose higher tariffs on US imports. &nbsp;
"Other countries did not bow down, they imposed higher tariffs. We should also impose higher tariffs. If the US is imposing 50 per cent tariffs, we should double it to 100 per cent. The whole country will support this decision. No country can afford to offend India. We are a nation of 140 crore people," he said. &nbsp;
The government on Thursday extended duty-free import of cotton by three more months till December 31 to support textile exporters facing steep 50 per cent tariffs in the US.
Earlier, on August 18, the Ministry of Finance had allowed duty exemption on cotton imports from August 19 till September 30.
"India used to impose 11 per cent duty on cotton imported from America. This meant that the American cotton was costly than homegrown cotton. But the Modi government has decided to waive off this duty from August 19 till September 30. This means that textile industries will get cheaper cotton. When our cotton will come in the market for sale in October, there would be few takers," Kejriwal claimed. &nbsp;
The farmers of Telangana, Punjab, Vidarbha and Gujarat will be highly impacted by this decision, he said.
"We all know that US President Donald Trump has imposed 50 per cent tariffs. We should have increased the 11 per cent duty to 50 per cent and not waived it off completely," he added. &nbsp;
Kejriwal said his party wants the Centre to reimpose the 11 per cent duty on American cotton. &nbsp;
"On September 7, the AAP will hold a huge public meeting in Chotila, Gujarat over the issue. I urge all the political parties and farmers' organisations to raise this issue. The farmers in Chotila are going to be heavily impacted by this decision of the Central government," the AAP chief said.

After multiple bomb threats to schools and a college in Delhi, CM Kejriwal criticises BJP, alleging failure in maintaining law and order.

Four-engine govt failed completely: Kejriwal after bomb threats to Delhi schools, college

After multiple bomb threats to schools and a college in Delhi, CM Kejriwal criticises BJP, alleging failure in maintaining law and order.

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday hit out at the BJP, saying the "four-engine government has completely failed" the people as he raised concerns over Delhi's law-and-order situation following bomb threats to educational institutions on two consecutive days.
A school in Dwarka and the prestigious St. Stephen's College received bomb threats on Tuesday morning, prompting a swift emergency response and a thorough search operation by authorities. A similar threat was sent to three schools on Monday, but all of them turned out to be hoaxes.
Reacting to the incidents, Kejriwal took to X to say, "What's happening in Delhi? Yesterday, two schools received bomb threats, and today, another school and a college received threats. Children are scared, and parents are extremely worried. The BJP's four-engine governments have completely failed." Another AAP leader, Aatishi, alleged that law and order have completely collapsed in Delhi and rhetorically asked if student safety is of no importance for the BJP government.
"The constant bomb threats to schools and colleges in Delhi are extremely scary and worrying. Children are scared, parents are worried - BJP's four-engine governments have failed to even provide security. Does the safety of children have no importance to them? Law and order have completely collapsed," she said in a post on X.
The repeated threats have sparked concern among parents and students across the city.

Arvind Kejriwal’s remark on deserving a Nobel Prize for governance triggered sharp reactions from Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, who accused him of corruption, while AAP urged BJP to focus on governance.

BJP takes dig at Kejriwal over his Nobel Prize claim; AAP says focus on work instead of 'name-calling'

Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s remark on deserving a Nobel Prize for governance triggered sharp reactions from Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, who accused him of corruption, while AAP urged BJP to focus on governance.

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal's assertion that he should get a Nobel Prize for governance is "laughable", Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva said on Wednesday.
Taking a dig at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, Sachdeva said he would get the award if there were categories for "incompetence" and "corruption".
The AAP hit back at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying it should focus on governance in Delhi instead of name-calling.
"Virendra Sachdeva is in the government now. It is time to govern, not just talk. Opposition days are over -- now you have to deliver. Delhi is waiting for real work, not distractions or name-calling," Delhi AAP president Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a statement.
Speaking at the release of the Punjabi edition of a book, titled "Kejriwal Model", in Chandigarh on Tuesday, the AAP supremo elaborated on the governance model adopted by the previous government in Delhi, led by his party.
Referring to challenges faced by the AAP government in the national capital, Kejriwal said, "Despite being stopped from working, we performed. I should get a Nobel Prize for governance and administration for doing so much despite there being a lieutenant governor and various difficulties." Sachdeva took a dig at Kejriwal, saying he would have surely received a Nobel Prize if there were categories for "incompetence, anarchy and corruption".
Several scams, including the construction of the "sheesh mahal", took place during Keriwal's rule in Delhi, he alleged. The BJP had accused Kejriwal of spending crores of rupees to renovate and refurbish the chief minister's residence in Delhi, calling it the "sheesh mahal".
"Kejriwal demanding a Nobel Prize for himself is laughable. The people of Delhi are stunned to hear about his desire for a Nobel Prize," Sachdeva said.
Kejriwal, who served as the Delhi chief minister from 2015 till September 2024, said at the book release that his model can only run on honesty.
"If a government is corrupt, if its ministers are looting, this model will collapse," he said, adding that the AAP has proven this in Punjab as well.
"Previous governments had claimed that the treasury was empty. But we fixed schools and hospitals, and gave free electricity, because we curbed corruption and saved public money," the AAP national convenor said.
He criticised the BJP government in Delhi, alleging that after the AAP left office, services have "collapsed" in the national capital.
Sachdeva said the people of Delhi have not forgotten the "scams" related to panic buttons in public transport buses, pension for women, classroom construction and liquor, among others.&nbsp;

Punjab leads in education, topping NAS 2023 under CM Mann. With Kejriwal's support, the focus is on holistic development, drug eradication, quality education, and employment. The state's commitment to educational excellence continues with international-standard initiatives.

Arvind Kejriwal praises Punjab education reforms

Punjab rises to the top in Indian education, achieving #1 in NAS under Chief Minister Mann. Kejriwal commends efforts towards quality education and societal well-being, emphasizing momentum in infrastructure and teacher development as pivotal to this national success.

Punjab leads India's education revolution under CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, topping the NAS. Kejriwal praises systemic improvements, focusing on holistic goals including drug eradication and employment.

National Convener of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday congratulated the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for heralding an era of education revolution in the state thereby bagging top rank in National Achievement Survey (NAS) conducted by Government of India (GoI).
Addressing the gathering during a function to mark Punjab&rsquo;s accomplishment in the National Achievements Survey, Arvind Kejriwal said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction for him to be a part of this historic day in the education sector of Punjab. He said that due to efforts of the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the state has delivered an outstanding performance in the National Achievement Survey 2024 (NAS). Arvind Kejriwal said that it is a matter of immense pride for Punjabis that this state has secured a leading position across the country.
Arvind Kejriwal said that it is a real revolution as the teachers who were on the top of Overhead Reservoirs during the previous regimes are today interacting with the Chief Minister to achieve such ranks. He said that the state government has provided congenial atmosphere and the teachers have duly utilized it to excel in every sphere so that the students can be immensely benefited from it. Arvind Kejriwal said that the previous governments had exploited the government teachers due to which studies were adversely affected but things have seen a paradigm shift now.&nbsp;
Arvind Kejriwal said that NAS is a big achievement but it is not the ultimate goal of his government which intends to ensure the well being of every person. He said that the certificate of the people that the state government has brought education revolution in the state and other fields is the real acknowledgement for him. Likewise, Arvind Kejriwal said that eliminating drugs, imparting quality education to youth and ensuring job/ business for them are the three major thrust areas of the state government.&nbsp;
Arvind Kejriwal said that the state government has already transformed Yudh Nasehayn Virudh into a mass movement. He said that the teachers should take responsibility that the students are weaned away from menace of drugs adding that the state government is doing commendable work to wipe out the scourge of drugs and this war against drugs finds no parallel across the country. Arvind Kejriwal said that people are today praising the Chief Minister because exemplary work is being done by the state government.
Arvind Kejriwal said that the properties constructed from the drug money have been razed to dust by the bulldozers. He said that those who had ruined the future of generations are now getting the punishment for their sins and these leaders who had patronized the drug trade are being put behind bars. Arvind Kejriwal said that the state government is committed for this task to give succor to the common man and every effort will be made for this.
Arvind Kejriwal said that under the leadership of Bhagwant Singh Mann we are moving ahead toward fulfilling the guarantees we made to the people of Punjab adding that We didn&rsquo;t just build schools&mdash;we built futures. Extending special thanks to the teachers, principals, and staff of the education department, he said that their hard work, dedication, and commitment have made this achievement possible. Arvind Kejriwal said that Punjab&rsquo;s achievement in NAS-2024 will be recorded in the annals of history adding that the most significant aspect is that this survey was conducted by the Government of India&mdash;not by Punjab.
Arvind Kejriwal said that this nationwide survey was conducted by NCERT in collaboration with states and Union Territories in December 2024, involving thousands of students from across India adding that the state government has made significant efforts to strengthen the infrastructure of government schools, recruit more teachers, and provide maximum support to educational institutions. He said that this year, 845 students from government schools qualified for NEET and 265 students from government schools cleared the JEE Mains exam. Arvind Kejriwal said that to provide world-class education, teachers and principals of Punjab are being trained in Finland, Ahmedabad, and other reputed institutions.
Arvind Kejriwal further said that the state government is establishing Schools of Eminence to ensure high-quality education for our children. He said that the state government led by the Chief Minister will continue its effort to ensure that the students get quality education in the government schools. Arvind Kejriwal said that the business blasters scheme is moving ahead towards achieving resounding success and the day is not far when the students of the government schools will be immensely benefited from it.

AAP's triumph in the Gujarat and Punjab bypolls indicates momentum for 2027. Kejriwal foresees surpassing 100 seats and forming the government.

Bypoll victories were semifinals for 2027 assembly polls in Punjab, Gujarat: Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal views recent bypoll success as a prelude to 2027 elections. With strategic victories in Punjab and Gujarat, AAP aims to establish strong governance.

Arvind Kejriwal praises AAP's bypoll success in Punjab and Gujarat, calling it a 'semifinal' for 2027 elections. He's confident about forming governments in both states.

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday termed the Aam Aadmi Party&rsquo;s victories in the Punjab and Gujarat bypolls as a "semifinal" for the 2027 assembly elections, asserting that the party is on track to form the next governments in both states.
Kejriwal was speaking at an event to celebrate the party's twin victories in assembly bypolls held in Visavadar in Gujarat and Ludhiana West in Punjab.
"The bypolls in Gujarat and Punjab were a semifinal and in 2027 assembly polls, we will cross 100 seats in Punjab and form the government," he said.
Kejriwal congratulated Gopal Italia, who won in Gujarat and Sanjeev Arora who emerged victorious from Ludhiana West, and thanked the people for ensuring party's win. &nbsp;"We have been in power in Punjab for the last three years. Leave anti-incumbency, there is pro-incumbency there. We had won 92 seats in 2022 assembly polls and it looks like we will cross 100 seats in 2027," he added. &nbsp;The AAP chief said the Congress top leadership is hand in glove with BJP.
"AAP is fighting against the system. We have come to give clean politics to people. People are fed up of BJP in Gujarat. They did not have an option earlier. Congress is not an option. They see an option in AAP and have hope from the party," he said.
"We will form the government in Gujarat in 2027," Kejriwal said.

Arvind Kejriwal calls Punjab's youth to fight the drug crisis with new policies and rehabilitation programs aimed at eradicating drug abuse and securing a healthier future.

Kejriwal Rallies Punjab Youth Against Drugs

Kejriwal rallies Punjab's youth against drugs, emphasizing accountability and new government strategies. By focusing on rehabilitation, playgrounds, and youth engagement, the campaign aims to eradicate drug abuse statewide for a healthier community.

Arvind Kejriwal calls Punjab's youth to fight the drug crisis with new policies

Arvind Kejriwal rallies Punjab's youth to fight the state's drug crisis, promising accountability and emphasizing zero tolerance, rehabilitation, and community engagement.

National Convener of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called upon the youth of the state to support a decisive war against drug menace until Punjab is made drug free.
Addressing the gathering before flagging off the awareness march against drugs, the former Chief Minister of Delhi said that the youth has a huge role to play in wiping out the menace of drugs from the state.
He said that if this curse is not wiped out then it will transform into a major evil and result in major damage to the state and its generations. Arvind Kejriwal urged the youth to say no to drugs as this menace will ruin their life and that of the family.
The National Convener of AAP said that in Punjab the previous governments had patronized drug cartels in the state and even their top leaders were involved in it. He said that for the sake of minting illegal money these greedy leaders had patronized the drug menace in the state thereby ruining our generations.
Arvind Kejriwal said that God and people of the state will never forgive these political leaders for this sin and they will be punished for this misdeed.
The former Delhi Chief Minister said that the state government has done exemplary work in the last 30 days adding that even the huge palaces built from drug money amassed by these smugglers are being destroyed.
He said that none of the drug smugglers will be spared and they will be put behind the bars adding that severest of severe action will be taken against them. Arvind Kejriwal said that security agencies are playing a laudable role by cracking down heavily on the drug peddlers by nabbing them and cutting the supply line of drugs.
The National Convener of Aam Aadmi Party further said that properties of the drug peddlers are being confiscated/ demolished to ensure that people involved in this heinous crime get exemplary punishment.
Arvind Kejriwal said that the state government has adopted a zero tolerance policy against drugs and a crusade has been launched against this menace.
Striking an emotional chord with the youth, he said that if any friend or family member of the youth is taking drugs then it should be reported to authorities for timely prevention.
The former Delhi Chief Minister said that it is imperative to check the spread of drugs amongst the youth and save our future generations. He asked the youth to take the responsibility of their respective village and locality to check the menace of drugs by calling on Whatsapp helpline number 9779100200, to inform about any movement of drug smugglers in their area.
Arvind Kejriwal asked the youth to pledge that they will not take drugs, they will not allow anyone to sell drugs and they will support the campaign against drugs.
The former Chief Minister of Delhi said that in order to treat drug victims, the government is running an OutPatient Opioid Assisted Treatment Program (OOAT) for drug de-addiction services at the OPD level.
He said that rehabilitation centres are being established across the state to rehabilitate the drug victims. Arvind Kejriwal said that in order to wean away youth from the menace of drugs, playgrounds and gyms are being opened in every village of the state.

Delhi court orders FIR against Arvind Kejriwal for alleged public fund misuse, amid electoral losses and legal struggles.

Kejriwal Faces FIR amid Political Challenges

Arvind Kejriwal confronts legal and electoral setbacks as a Delhi court orders an FIR for alleged misuse of public funds.

Setback for Kejriwal: FIR ordered amid political turmoil

A Delhi court orders an FIR against Kejriwal, alleging misuse of public funds on hoardings, amid electoral and legal setbacks.

In a recent setback for Arvind Kejriwal, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and former Chief Minister of Delhi, a court in Delhi has ordered the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against him.
This development comes in the wake of his loss in the Delhi Assembly elections, including from his own New Delhi constituency, and amid ongoing legal challenges related to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam, for which he is currently out on bail.
At Rouse Avenue Court, a petition was brought forward requesting legal action against Mr. Kejriwal and two other AAP leaders, Gulab Singh and Nitika Sharma, for allegedly misusing public funds on large-scale hoardings.
The court has directed the Delhi Police to file the FIR, with a compliance report due by March 18. Although a lower court had dismissed the petition earlier, the case, which dates back to 2019, has now gained traction.
The allegations are centered around claims that Mr. Kejriwal, along with former AAP MLA Singh and Dwarka councilor Sharma, expended public resources on these hoardings. Throughout AAP's decade-long governance in Delhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has consistently accused them of using public money for personal publicity. Last January, the Directorate of Information and Publicity demanded AAP reimburse Rs 163.62 crore, including interest, for misusing funds on political advertising.
The BJP has also argued that AAP prioritized publicity spending over actual project allocations. In one instance, they claimed Rs 80 crore was spent promoting the Business Blasters scheme, despite an allotment of only Rs 54 crore. Similarly, they alleged disproportionate publicity spends for the Desh Ke Mentor and Stubble Management schemes.
Additionally, the BJP criticized the substantial funds allocated for renovations at the Delhi chief minister&rsquo;s residence during Mr. Kejriwal&rsquo;s tenure, an expense derisively labeled "Sheeshmahal."
In defense, the AAP stated that renovations were essential for the 1942-built residence, following recommendations from the Public Works Department. However, this issue seemingly contributed to the party's electoral losses.
From holding over 60 of the 70 Assembly seats in 2019, the AAP's presence diminished to just 22 seats, while the BJP secured a commanding 48 seats, claiming power in Delhi for the first time in 26 years. In the New Delhi constituency, Parvesh Verma of the BJP defeated Mr. Kejriwal with a margin exceeding 4,000 votes.
Moreover, in January, the Home Ministry authorized the Enforcement Directorate to prosecute Mr. Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concerning the liquor policy case. AAP, however, has consistently denied all allegations against its leaders.

Arvind Kejriwal's Vipassana retreat in Punjab under tight security sparks criticism, highlighting contrasts with his past common-man image.

Kejriwal's Vipassana Retreat Sparks Debate

Kejriwal's Vipassana Retreat: security concerns & criticisms

Arvind Kejriwal's Vipassana retreat in Punjab under tight security sparks criticism, highlighting contrasts with his past common-man image.

Arvind Kejriwal, the former Chief Minister of Delhi, has once again become a focal point of political discussions with his annual Vipassana retreat in Punjab, which has sparked criticism from both the BJP and Congress.
These parties have questioned his use of "lavish" VIP security, pointing out the contrast between his past image as a representative of the "common man" and his current extensive security convoy.&nbsp;
Kejriwal's arrival in Hoshiarpur was marked by a notable security presence, including a convoy with ambulances, fire engines, and luxury vehicles.
The timing of this 10-day Vipassana session follows closely on the heels of the Aam Aadmi Party's significant losses in the recent Delhi Assembly elections.
Critics have been quick to highlight the disparity between Kejriwal's earlier days, when he was seen as a common man driving a WagonR, and his current mode of travel, which reportedly includes bulletproof Land Cruisers, a large contingent of Punjab Police commandos, and security jammers.

AAP spokesperson denies claims of Kejriwal seeking a Rajya Sabha seat. Kejriwal criticizes BJP for removing Ambedkar’s photo from government offices. AAP protests in Delhi Assembly lead to the suspension of 21 MLAs.

AAP's Priyanka Kakkar dismisses Rajya Sabha speculation about Arvind Kejriwal

AAP spokesperson denies claims of Kejriwal seeking a Rajya Sabha seat. Kejriwal criticizes BJP for removing Ambedkar&rsquo;s photo from government offices. AAP protests in Delhi Assembly lead to the suspension of 21 MLAs.

Amid ongoing speculation regarding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s potential Rajya Sabha bid, AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar firmly denied the claims, calling them "absolutely wrong."&nbsp;
She stated, "Arvind Kejriwal is not going to Rajya Sabha. As far as Arvind Kejriwal is concerned, media sources earlier claimed he would become the Chief Minister of Punjab. Now, they say he will contest from Rajya Sabha. Both these claims are absolutely wrong. Arvind Kejriwal is the national convenor of AAP. I agree that his demand is very high, but he is not limited to any one seat."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On speculations of Arvind Kejriwal moving to Rajya Sabha, AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar says, "Arvind Kejriwal is not going to Rajya Sabha...As far as Arvind Kejriwal is concerned, media sources were earlier saying that he will become the Chief Minister of Punjab.&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/fAPsaz8MYA">pic.twitter.com/fAPsaz8MYA</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1894640241090466306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Speculation arose after the Aam Aadmi Party nominated Rajya Sabha MP Sanjiv Arora as its candidate for the Ludhiana West assembly by-election, leading to assumptions that Kejriwal could take over Arora&rsquo;s vacated seat.
Meanwhile, Kejriwal on Monday took aim at the BJP, alleging that BR Ambedkar's photograph was removed from all government offices, including the CM&rsquo;s office and the Vidhan Sabha.&nbsp;
He criticized the newly formed BJP-led government, stating that removing a portrait of India's first Law Minister was an insult to millions of his followers.
In a post on X, the former Delhi CM wrote, "The new BJP government of Delhi removed Babasaheb's photo and put up the photo of Prime Minister Modi. This is not right. This has hurt millions of followers of Babasaheb."&nbsp;
He urged the BJP to reconsider, saying, "I have a request to BJP. You can put the photo of the Prime Minister, but do not remove the photo of Babasaheb. Let his photo remain there."
In response, AAP staged a protest outside the Delhi Assembly, displaying Ambedkar&rsquo;s portrait as a mark of defiance. This protest coincided with the BJP government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, presenting the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on the Delhi Excise Policy in the Assembly.&nbsp;
Amidst intense sloganeering, Speaker Vijender Gupta suspended 21 AAP MLAs until February 28. He also announced that a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) comprising 12 to 14 members from both ruling and opposition parties would soon be formed.

AAP leaders Kejriwal and Mann unite in Delhi, focusing on 2027 Punjab elections, dismissing internal discord rumors. Strategies are underway for tailored governance and public welfare improvements, despite Delhi setbacks.

Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann rally AAP MLAs in Punjab, dismiss speculation of party rift

Kejriwal, Mann lead AAP's united front for Punjab 2027 elections, dismissing internal discord rumors. Focus on tailored governance and honoring welfare promises, despite setbacks in Delhi.

AAP leaders united to strategize for the 2027 Punjab elections, dismissing internal discord rumors. CM Mann countered defection claims and reaffirmed commitment to Punjab's welfare, planning a tailored governance model.

In a show of unity and strategy, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann met with 91 party MLAs on Tuesday, reinforcing focus on the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections and dismissing speculation of internal dissent. The meeting, held in Delhi, sent a clear message that the party&rsquo;s government in Punjab remains stable despite claims by opposition leaders following AAP&rsquo;s defeat in the Delhi elections.
Focus on Punjab&rsquo;s Future, Not Internal Divisions
Senior AAP leaders, including Manish Sisodia and Sandeep Pathak, were present as the party analyzed its performance in Delhi and discussed ways to strengthen its base in Punjab. Delhi leaders thanked their Punjab counterparts for their contributions to the campaign and emphasized the need to learn from setbacks to refine future strategies.
Mann Dismisses Congress&rsquo; Claims of AAP MLAs Switching Sides
Addressing Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa&rsquo;s claim that 30 AAP MLAs were in touch with him, CM Mann dismissed it as political rhetoric. "Switching sides is Congress' culture," he remarked, adding that Bajwa has been making similar statements for years.
AAP&rsquo;s Commitment to Public Welfare
Mann also reaffirmed the party&rsquo;s commitment to Punjab&rsquo;s development, announcing efforts to develop a new governance model for the agrarian state. He assured that AAP&rsquo;s promise of Rs 1,000 monthly aid to women in Punjab would be fulfilled, though he refrained from giving a specific timeline.
Highlighting the AAP government&rsquo;s welfare initiatives, Mann cited the shutdown of 17 toll plazas, bringing a daily relief of Rs 62 lakh to commuters, as an example of the administration&rsquo;s commitment to public welfare. "We are committed to spending public money on the people," he emphasized.
AAP Acknowledges Delhi Defeat, Blames BJP&rsquo;s Tactics
Reflecting on the Delhi poll results, CM Mann accused the BJP of using malpractices, including distributing gifts to influence voters, and noted that the AAP had to file complaints with the Election Commission every few hours. However, he stated that AAP respects the mandate of the people.
Looking Ahead
The high-level meeting comes amid heightened speculation over internal dissent within AAP's Punjab unit. However, Kejriwal and Mann&rsquo;s strong messaging has reinforced that the party remains united and is already laying the groundwork for Punjab&rsquo;s 2027 elections. &nbsp;

BJP demands cancellation of Sheesh Mahal’s property merger, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of corruption. The party vows that the next Delhi CM won’t stay in the controversial bungalow.

BJP urges Delhi LG to restore 'Sheesh Mahal' to Its original state; expedite probe into violations

BJP demands cancellation of Sheesh Mahal&rsquo;s property merger, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of corruption. The party vows that the next Delhi CM won&rsquo;t stay in the controversial bungalow.

The BJP on Monday requested Lt Governor VK Saxena to cancel the merger of four properties with the "Sheesh Mahal" (6, Flagstaff Road) that was used by the party as a political weapon to target AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal over corruption issues during recent Assembly polls.&nbsp;
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said that the bungalow was expanded by merging four government properties and he has written to the Lt Governor VK Saxena for cancelling the amalgamation of those properties.
He said that the new government to be formed by the party will take a call regarding future use of the bungalow and added "The next Chief Minister of Delhi will not stay in it."&nbsp;
The reconstructed bungalow was the official residence of Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi Chief Minister from 2015 till October 2024 when he vacated it after resigning from the post under fire from the BJP over corruption charges.
Newly elected BJP MLA from Rohini, Vijendra Gupta, who was Leader of Opposition in the 7th Delhi Assembly dissolved last week, said that the Chief Minister of BJP will not live in the bungalow as it was under investigation over alleged irregularities.&nbsp;
Gupta said that the land of the demerged properties and used the land for other official purposes like the construction of government quarters.&nbsp;
The BJP for more than two years, more so during the Assembly election campaign, hit hard at Kejriwal levelling allegations of corruption including irregularities in the reconstruction of the bungalow and lavish interiors, high-end domestic goods and fixtures there.&nbsp;
Kejriwal transformed the bungalow into "an ultra-luxurious 'Sheesh Mahal' by "illegally annexing" neighbouring government properties, Gupta wrote to the LG.&nbsp;
"The scope of these unauthorized alterations is particularly concerning. What was meant to be a standard official residence has been transformed into a lavish complex spanning more than 50,000 square meters," he charged in the letter.&nbsp;
He said that the merged properties included eight Type-V flats at 45 and 47 Rajpur Road, and the two government bungalows (8-A and 8-B Flag Staff Road) with the 6, Flagstaff road bungalow.&nbsp;
"I urgently request your intervention to restore these properties to their original independent status and return 6-lag Staff Road to its previous area of less than 10,000 square meters," he said.&nbsp;
Gupta also requested the LG to expedite the ongoing investigation into these alleged violations, saying swift action is crucial for ensuring accountability and restoring public trust in government institutions.

Kejriwal's meeting with Punjab leadership addresses Delhi defeat and strategies for future Punjab polls amid internal conflict reports within AAP.

Kejriwal to meet Punjab MLAs, CM Mann on Tuesday amid speculation of dissent

Kejriwal's meeting with Punjab's AAP explores electoral strategies post-Delhi loss, amid internal conflict rumors and speculation about Punjab's political leadership.

Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab's AAP leadership meet to address the Delhi election defeat and strategize for the 2027 Punjab polls amid rumors of internal dissent.

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal is set to meet Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, state ministers, and party MLAs in Delhi on Tuesday. &nbsp; &nbsp; The meeting comes in the wake of AAP's rout in the Delhi Assembly elections and growing speculation about internal dissent in the party's Punjab unit. &nbsp; &nbsp; However, AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang downplayed the reports of dissent, and termed Tuesday's meeting a "routine strategy session". &nbsp; &nbsp; "A party is a continuous process. Feedback from all units are taken to shape its future strategies. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann along with AAP MLAs will meet Arvind Kejriwal to discuss the way forward," he said. &nbsp; &nbsp; According to party sources, the discussions will focus on analysing the Delhi election results and strategising for the Punjab polls scheduled in 2027. &nbsp; &nbsp; AAP, which had been in power in Delhi for a decade, suffered a major setback in the February 5 polls, securing only 22 seats in the 70-member House. &nbsp; &nbsp; The BJP with 48 seats ended AAP's rule in the capital, raising concerns about the party's electoral prospects elsewhere. &nbsp; &nbsp; Tuesday's meeting has gained significance amid reports of dissatisfaction within the AAP's Punjab unit. Speculation are rife that some MLAs are unhappy with the party's leadership and could be considering other options. &nbsp; &nbsp; AAP secured a landslide victory in Punjab in 2022, winning 92 of the 117 seats. However, recent developments have led to questions about internal cohesion, with some suggesting that the party's leadership in Delhi continues to exert significant influence over Punjab's governance. &nbsp; &nbsp; There are also speculation that Kejriwal could consider a more direct role in Punjab politics now. &nbsp; &nbsp; With Ludhiana's assembly seat currently vacant, political observers are also discussing the possibility of Kejriwal contesting from there and becoming a part of the Punjab government. &nbsp; &nbsp; The AAP chief lost the assembly elections to Parvesh Verma of the BJP from New Delhi. &nbsp; &nbsp; The defeat in Delhi has come as a blow for the AAP with some opposition leaders predicting a similar "downfall" for the party in Punjab, where just three of its 13 nominees won the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. &nbsp; &nbsp; Punjab being the only state where the AAP is in power now, the outcome of Tuesday's meeting could be crucial for the party's future direction and stability.

Arvind Kejriwal meets Bhagwant Mann to assess AAP's recent election loss in Delhi. With BJP securing 48 seats, the meeting will strategize future electoral plans amidst concerns for upcoming challenges in Punjab.

Days after Delhi rout, Kejriwal to meet CM Mann, Punjab AAP MLAs on Tuesday

Following a significant election setback in Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann gather in Delhi to critically analyze the performance. With BJP securing 48 seats, the focus is on shaping future electoral strategies, crucial for upcoming Punjab challenges.

Arvind Kejriwal convenes with Bhagwant Mann and Punjab MLAs in Delhi to analyze AAP's defeat in the recent Delhi elections, where BJP won 48 of 70 seats. The discussion might influence future strategies, especially for upcoming elections.

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal will hold a meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party MLAs from the state in the national capital on Tuesday to discuss the Delhi assembly polls outcome, party sources said on Monday.
The meeting comes two days after the Aam Aadmi Party's rout in Delhi, where the BJP is set to form the government after a gap of more than 26 years.
While the BJP won 48 seats in the 70-member House, the AAP secured 22, and the Congress drew a blank in the polls held on February 5.
Before the elections, the entire Punjab unit of AAP, including Mann, Cabinet ministers, MPs and MLAs, aggressively campaigned in Delhi for the AAP nominees.
They spoke about the works done in Punjab, including giving 50,000 government jobs, free 300 units of power, opening of 850 'Aam Aadmi Clinics' on the lines of Delhi's 'Mohalla Clinics', and buying a private thermal power plant.
Mann, who was the party's star campaigner, took out roadshows in Delhi to showcase his government's works to seek votes for the AAP candidates.
The defeat in Delhi has come as a blow for the AAP with the opposition leaders predicting a similar "downfall" for the party in Punjab, where just three of its 13 nominees won the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.
The AAP stormed to power in Punjab in 2022 by winning 92 seats in the 117-member House.

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections mark a historic shift as BJP secures 48 seats, ending AAP’s dominance. Arvind Kejriwal and top AAP leaders suffer defeats, while Congress fails to win a single seat again.

Delhi Assembly Election Results: Who are the giant winners and biggest losers?

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections mark a historic shift as BJP secures 48 seats, ending AAP&rsquo;s dominance. Arvind Kejriwal and top AAP leaders suffer defeats, while Congress fails to win a single seat again.

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections have delivered a historic verdict, bringing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) back to power in the national capital after 27 years.
With the final vote count completed, the BJP secured 48 out of 70 seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) managed only 22&mdash;marking a significant decline from its 2020 tally of 62.
The Congress, continuing its downward spiral, failed to win a single seat for the third consecutive election.
<h3>A Resounding Victory for BJP</h3>
The BJP&rsquo;s triumph marks a major political shift in Delhi, where AAP had dominated for over a decade. The party&rsquo;s return to power is being seen as an endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s leadership and a rejection of AAP&rsquo;s governance.
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The results indicate a strong voter preference for the BJP&rsquo;s promise of stability and its &lsquo;double-engine government&rsquo; strategy, aligning the state and central leadership for better governance.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva celebrated the win, stating, &ldquo;This victory is a testament to the people&rsquo;s faith in PM Modi&rsquo;s vision for Delhi. The result paves the way for the capital&rsquo;s transformation under a strong, development-focused government.&rdquo;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElectionResults?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElectionResults</a> | Delhi BJP president Virendraa Sachdeva says, "This is the victory of PM Modi's leadership, development and trust. The people of Delhi have expressed their faith in PM Modi's vision of development... We always used to talk about corruption in the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/k4JtpJFDkA">pic.twitter.com/k4JtpJFDkA</a>
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The Chief Ministerial candidate from BJP is yet to be announced, with the final decision resting with the party&rsquo;s central leadership.
BJP's Parvesh Verma while thanking the voters of New Delhi, party workers and PM Modi, said that the party's priority would be to give Rs 2500 to women, create SIT to investigate corruption, Yamuna riverfront, reduce pollution, reduce traffic congestion.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On CM's face, BJP candidate from New Delhi assembly seat Parvesh Verma says, "In our party, the legislative party decides (CM's face) and then the party leadership approves it. So the party's decision will be acceptable to everyone. He further says, "I thank the voters&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/NZ16jCstOp">pic.twitter.com/NZ16jCstOp</a>
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On who'll be the next Chief Minister, he said, "In our party, the legislative party decides (CM's face) and then the party leadership approves it."
<h3>Biggest Losers: AAP&rsquo;s Top Brass Faces Defeat</h3>
Arvind Kejriwal (New Delhi)
Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal suffered a shocking defeat in the New Delhi constituency. BJP&rsquo;s Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma won by a margin of 4,089 votes, securing 30,088 votes against Kejriwal&rsquo;s 25,999. Congress&rsquo; Sandeep Dikshit finished a distant third with 4,568 votes.
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This loss is a significant personal setback for Kejriwal, who had held this seat since 2013.
Manish Sisodia (Jangpura)
Former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia lost to BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah by 675 votes in Jangpura. Sisodia&rsquo;s defeat underscores the collapse of AAP&rsquo;s stronghold in Delhi, where he had previously been a key figure in the party&rsquo;s governance.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | AAP candidate from Jangpura constituency, Manish Sisodia concedes defeat, says, "Party workers fought well; we all did hard work. People have supported us as well. But, I lose by 600 votes. I congratulate the candidate who won. I hope he will work for the constituency." <a href="https://t.co/szW8leInSp">https://t.co/szW8leInSp</a> <a href="https://t.co/B1VVvsbfNI">pic.twitter.com/B1VVvsbfNI</a>
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Speaking to reporters, Sisodia conceded the defeat, saying, &ldquo;We put up a strong fight in the elections and I sincerely appreciate the support we received. However, we lost by around 600 votes.&rdquo;
Saurabh Bharadwaj (Greater Kailash)
BJP&rsquo;s Shikha Roy emerged victorious in Greater Kailash, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Saurabh Bharadwaj by 3,188 votes. This outcome highlights BJP&rsquo;s inroads into constituencies that were once considered AAP bastions.
Satyendar Jain (Shakur Basti)
BJP&rsquo;s Karnail Singh won the Shakur Basti constituency by a massive 21,000-vote margin, defeating former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain. This marks a dramatic fall from Jain&rsquo;s previous victories in 2015 and 2020, where he had won comfortably.
<h3>Giant Winners: BJP&rsquo;s Game-Changers</h3>
Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma (New Delhi)
The biggest highlight of BJP&rsquo;s victory was Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma&rsquo;s win against Kejriwal in New Delhi. His triumph is being hailed as a turning point in Delhi&rsquo;s political landscape.
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"Delhi's people have given a huge mandate to the BJP. We will respect it and I congratulate the people of Delhi from the bottom of my heart..." he said.
Atishi (Kalkaji)
One of the few bright spots for AAP, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi retained the Kalkaji seat, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Ramesh Bidhuri by over 3,500 votes. However, her reduced margin compared to 2020 reflects AAP&rsquo;s overall decline in popularity.
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"I congratulate the people of Kalkaji assembly who voted against 'baahubal', hooliganism and voted for truth and honesty", she said.
Kailash Gahlot (Bijwasan)
Former AAP minister Kailash Gahlot, who defected to BJP in 2024, secured a strong victory in Bijwasan, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Surender Bhardwaj by 9,833 votes.
Tarvinder Singh Marwah (Jangpura)
BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah defeated AAP&rsquo;s Manish Sisodia in Jangpura, marking one of the biggest upsets of the election. His victory reflects the voter shift away from AAP&rsquo;s leadership.
<h3>Congress&rsquo; Irrelevance Continues</h3>
Once a dominant force in Delhi politics, the Congress party suffered its third consecutive zero-seat result. Its failure to win a single seat since 2015 highlights its diminishing role in the capital&rsquo;s political landscape.
Prominent Congress leaders, including Alka Lamba, performed poorly, securing less than 5,000 votes in key constituencies.
<h3>What This Means for Delhi?</h3>
With the BJP set to form the next government, Delhi is poised for a new era of governance after over two decades of non-BJP rule. The party has pledged to bring infrastructural development, better civic amenities, and improved law and order under its administration.
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This victory also signals the electorate&rsquo;s rejection of AAP&rsquo;s policies, corruption allegations, and governance model.
As BJP leaders celebrate their landmark win, all eyes are now on the party&rsquo;s Chief Ministerial choice and its governance roadmap for Delhi&rsquo;s future.
With this result, Delhi has decisively turned the page, ushering in a new political chapter under BJP&rsquo;s leadership.

PM Modi celebrated BJP’s victory at party headquarters in Delhi and criticized AAP’s corruption, while calling Congress irrelevant. PM also promised good governance and probes into AAP scams.

PM Modi declares Delhi ‘AAP-da free’, slams AAP’s corruption & Congress’ irrelevance in historic BJP win

PM Modi celebrated BJP&rsquo;s victory at party headquarters in Delhi and criticized AAP&rsquo;s corruption, while calling Congress irrelevant. PM also promised good governance and probes into AAP scams.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the people of Delhi for putting an end to the "lies and deception" politics of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) by giving a clear mandate to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assembly elections.
He said that people have put an end to "short-cut" politics of Kejriwal and removed a "major obstacle" in the way of Delhi's development.
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"Delhi's mandate also clarified that there is no place for shortcuts or lies and deception in politics. Janata ne short cut rajneeti ka short circuit kar diya (People have short-circuited the politics of shortcut)," PM Modi said while addressing a gathering at the party's headquarters after the resounding victory in assembly polls.
<h3>BJP's Return to Power</h3>
BJP has won 48 seats, while AAP has won just 22 seats against 62 in the 2020 assembly polls.
The BJP is returning to power in the national capital after 27 years, ending over 10 years of Aam Aadmi Party rule.
Several AAP leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, ex-Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, and three-time MLA Somnath Bharti, lost from their strongholds.
<h3>Criticism of AAP's Politics</h3>
The PM slammed the AAP's politics of "protests, confrontation, and administrative uncertainty."
"Today, you Delhiites have removed a major obstacle in the way of Delhi's development," PM Modi added
. Lashing out at AAP, he said, "The real owner of Delhi is only the people of Delhi. Those who thought of being the owners of Delhi have been confronted with the truth."
<h3>PM Modi on Anna Hazare</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Anna Hazare must have got some relief from pain following AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly election. He added that Hazare had been "bearing the pain of the misdeeds of these people for a long time."
Earlier in the day, Anna Hazare had criticised AAP for their alleged involvement in controversies surrounding liquor and money.
PM Modi said AAP was born out of the movement against corruption but became deeply involved in it.
"The party born out of the movement against corruption got involved in corruption. It became such a party of the country whose Chief Minister and Ministers went to jail on corruption charges. Those who used to give themselves certificates of honesty turned out to be corrupt. This was a big betrayal with Delhi," PM Modi said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "These people of 'AAP-da' came into politics by saying that we will change politics, but these people turned out to be completely dishonest. Today I was listening to the statement of Anna Hazare ji. Anna&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/EbhLmEvW4c">pic.twitter.com/EbhLmEvW4c</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888227163759095977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h3>AAP's Scams and Arrogance</h3>
PM Modi further attacked AAP, stating that the liquor scam had defamed Delhi. "The scams in schools and hospitals troubled the poorest of the poor, and on top of that, their arrogance was so much that when the world was dealing with Corona, these people were building 'Sheesh Mahal'."
Earlier, Anna Hazare had said that AAP did not understand the importance of character in politics, which led to their downfall.
He remarked, "They got tangled in liquor and money - his (Arvind Kejriwal's) image was dented because of it and that's why they are getting fewer votes in the election."
<h3>Promise of Good Governance</h3>
PM Modi assured the people of Delhi of "good governance" and highlighted the public's trust in a double-engine government.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "...I was seeing that BJP workers across the country also had a pain in their hearts. It was about not being able to serve Delhi fully. But today Delhi has accepted our request too. The youth born in the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/S8oiZCELhY">pic.twitter.com/S8oiZCELhY</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888219080760705100?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Today, I was seeing that BJP workers across the country also had a pain in their hearts. It was about not being able to serve Delhi fully. But today, Delhi has accepted our request too. The youth born in the 21st century will now see BJP's good governance in Delhi for the first time. Today's results show how much trust the country has in BJP's double-engine government. After that victory in the Lok Sabha elections, we first made an unprecedented record in Haryana, then made a new record in Maharashtra. Now, a new history has been created in Delhi," PM Modi said.
<h3>Support from the Purvanchal Community</h3>
PM Modi also acknowledged the people from East Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, living in Delhi, who were instrumental in BJP's victory, noting that he is an MP from Varanasi, which comes under the 'Purvanchal' region.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Our Delhi is not just a city, it is a mini India. Delhi lives the idea of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'...Wherever I went in this election, I used to say with pride that I am an MP from Purvanchal. The&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/nTqnInWiKz">pic.twitter.com/nTqnInWiKz</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888221563352412538?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"There is no such area in Delhi where the Lotus did not bloom. People speaking every language have voted for BJP. During this election, wherever I went, I used to say proudly that I am an MP from Purvanchal. The people of Purvanchal have given love to this bond. Therefore, as the MP from Purvanchal, I thank the people of Purvanchal," PM Modi said.
<h3>Delhi Becomes "AAP-da Free"</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also thanked the people of Delhi for their support to BJP in the assembly polls and said they are feeling relief in making the national capital "AAP-da free."
Addressing a gathering at the party headquarters after the party's resounding victory in assembly polls, PM Modi said BJP will return the love of the people of Delhi in the form of progress and development. He took jibes at the ruling Aam Aadmi Party, referring to it as "AAPda (tragedy)."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "Today, there is excitement and relief in the minds of the people of Delhi. Excitement for victory and relief is for making Delhi, AAP-da free...I bow my head and thank the people of Delhi for believing in Modi's guarantee"&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/03uS0qh6cD">pic.twitter.com/03uS0qh6cD</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888216736241217835?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"I thank the people of Delhi. Delhi has given us love wholeheartedly, and I once again assure the people that we will return you double the love in the form of development," he said.
"Today, there is excitement and relief in the minds of the people of Delhi. Excitement for victory and relief for making Delhi, AAP-da free...I bow my head and thank the people of Delhi for believing in Modi's guarantee," he added.
<h3>A Historic Win for BJP</h3>
PM Modi termed BJP's victory as "historic."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Today's victory is historic. This is not an ordinary victory. The people of Delhi have driven out 'AAP-da'. Delhi has been freed from the 'AAP-da'. The mandate of Delhi is clear. Today, development, vision&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/1JQBrxhaWc">pic.twitter.com/1JQBrxhaWc</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888218796814655526?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"This is not an ordinary victory. The people of Delhi have driven out 'AAP-da'. Delhi has been freed from the 'AAP-da'. The mandate of Delhi is clear. Today, development, vision, and trust have won in Delhi. Today, ostentation, anarchy, arrogance, and the 'AAP-da' that had engulfed Delhi have been defeated. I congratulate every BJP worker and all of you for this victory," he said.
<h3>AAP's Corruption to Be Investigated</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over allegations of corruption against its leaders, saying that all links of such charges will be probed and those who "looted" money will have to return it.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "...I guarantee that the CAG report will be presented in the first assembly session, whoever has looted will have to return it." <a href="https://t.co/PTYuBdGCq2">pic.twitter.com/PTYuBdGCq2</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888225908789817407?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"These AAP-da people resorted to conspiracies every day to hide their scams. Now, the Delhi poll verdict has come. I am giving a guarantee that in the first session of the assembly, the CAG report will be tabled. Every link of corruption will be probed, and whoever has looted will have to return it," he said.
Targeting AAP leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, PM Modi said that those who gave certificates to others are now facing allegations of corruption.
The BJP has also been taking "Sheeshmahal" jibes at Kejriwal. In his speech, PM Modi thanked the people of Delhi for their support and reiterated their relief at making the national capital "AAP-da free."
<h3>BJP's Future Commitments</h3>
Meanwhile, BJP leader Parvesh Verma said that the Bharatiya Janata Party will work to fulfill its commitments to the people of Delhi, with setting up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe corruption under the Aam Aadmi Party government among its top priorities.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElectionResults?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElectionResults</a>, BJP's winning candidate from New Delhi, Parvesh Verma says, "Delhi's people have given a huge mandate to the BJP. We will respect it and I congratulate the people of Delhi from the bottom of my heart... The credit for this victory goes&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/ZPvAZePpF6">pic.twitter.com/ZPvAZePpF6</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888207387598934077?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Our priority will be to give Rs 2500 to women. We had talked of creating an SIT to investigate corruption, Yamuna riverfront development, reducing pollution, and tackling traffic congestion. We will build a capital that everyone will be proud of," he said.
<h3>NDA's "Vikas ki Guarantee"</h3>
As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the Delhi assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) was synonymous with 'Vikas ki Guarantee' (guarantee for development) and good governance.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Wherever NDA has received the mandate, we have taken that state to new heights of development and that is why BJP is continuously winning. People are electing our governments for the second and third&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/5lMttyJMqW">pic.twitter.com/5lMttyJMqW</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888224381543039324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"NDA means 'Vikas ki guarantee' and 'guarantee of good governance,'" PM Modi said while addressing the gathering at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters.
<h3>BJP's Governance Model</h3>
Citing examples of BJP's governance in states where the NDA remains in power, PM Modi pointed out the persistence of law and order problems in Uttar Pradesh before the BJP came to power, where women faced major challenges.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">
<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On BJP's victory in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a>, PM Narendra Modi says, "Wherever NDA has received the mandate, we have taken that state to new heights of development and that is why BJP is continuously winning. People are electing our governments for the second and third&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/5lMttyJMqW">pic.twitter.com/5lMttyJMqW</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888224381543039324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"At one point in time, the law and order problem remained in Uttar Pradesh. The major challenge was for women. Dimaagi bukhaar (encephalitis) wreaked havoc. However, we worked with determination to resolve it," PM Modi said.
He further emphasized the transformation under NDA rule in states like Maharashtra, Haryana, Gujarat, and Bihar, asserting that "good governance benefits the poor and the middle class. The poor living in jhuggis and the middle class provided immense support to the BJP."

BJP secures a historic victory in Delhi after 27 years, defeating AAP as key leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, lose their seats. PM Modi hails the win as a triumph of good governance, while Congress fails to secure any seat once again.

Delhi Elections 2025: BJP returns to power after 27 years, AAP faces crushing defeat

BJP secures a historic victory in Delhi after 27 years, defeating AAP as key leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, lose their seats. PM Modi hails the win as a triumph of good governance, while Congress fails to secure any seat once again.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the Delhi Assembly elections on Saturday, reclaiming power in the national capital after 27 years.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faced a major defeat, with several key leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, losing in their strongholds.
This win further strengthens the BJP&rsquo;s hold on national politics, following its recent electoral successes in Maharashtra and Haryana.
The Congress, which had hoped for a revival in Delhi, failed to secure a single seat once again, marking its third consecutive zero tally in the assembly elections. The party had previously ruled Delhi for 15 years, from 1998 to 2013.
BJP won 48 out of 70 seats, while AAP secured 22 seats.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the BJP&rsquo;s triumph, attributing it to the "good governance" of the party both at the Centre and in states where it is in power.
"Jana Shakti is paramount! Development wins, good governance triumphs. I bow to my dear sisters and brothers of Delhi for this resounding and historic mandate to @BJP4India. We are humbled and honored to receive these blessings. It is our guarantee that we will leave no stone unturned in developing Delhi, improving the overall quality of life for the people, and ensuring that Delhi has a prime role to play in building a Viksit Bharat," Modi stated in a post on X.
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Jana Shakti is paramount! Development wins, good governance triumphs. I bow to my dear sisters and brothers of Delhi for this resounding and historic mandate to <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4India?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BJP4India</a>. We are humbled and honoured to receive these blessings. It is our guarantee that we will leave no&hellip;
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1888151102392336867?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"I am so proud of each and every @BJP4India Karyakarta, who has worked very hard, leading to this outstanding result. We will work even more vigorously and serve the wonderful people of Delhi," he added.
Among the prominent AAP leaders who lost the elections were former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj, former ministers Somnath Bharti and Satyendra Jain, as well as party leaders Awadh Ojha and Durgesh Pathak.
Chief Minister Atishi, however, secured a win from the Kalkaji constituency.
Accepting the people&rsquo;s mandate, Kejriwal congratulated BJP on its victory.
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"We accept the mandate of the people with great humility. I congratulate the BJP for this victory and I hope they will fulfill all the promises for which people have voted for them," Kejriwal said in a video posted on X.
"We have done a lot of work in the field of health, education, and infrastructure over the last 10 years. We will not only play the role of a constructive opposition but will also remain among the people and continue to serve them. We did not come into politics for the sake of power, we considered politics as a medium through which the people can be served," he added.
The election results largely aligned with exit poll predictions, which had indicated a BJP victory.
In the New Delhi constituency, BJP&rsquo;s Parvesh Verma defeated Kejriwal by over 4,000 votes. Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit received 4,568 votes. Atishi won from Kalkaji, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Ramesh Bidhuri by over 3,500 votes, while Congress&rsquo;s Alka Lamba secured 4,392 votes.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a>, outgoing CM &amp; AAP leader Atishi says, "I thank the people of Kalkaji for showing trust in me. I congratulate my team who worked against 'baahubal'. We accept the people's mandate. I have won but it's not a time to celebrate but continue the 'war'&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/1KfKmfh2dt">pic.twitter.com/1KfKmfh2dt</a>
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"I thank the people of Kalkaji for showing trust in me. I congratulate my team who worked against 'baahubal'...We accept the people's mandate. I have won, but it's not a time to celebrate, but to continue the 'war' against the BJP," Atishi told reporters.
Sisodia lost in Jangpura to BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah by a narrow margin of 675 votes. Conceding defeat, he expressed hope that the winning candidate would serve the constituency well.
Among other winners, Gopal Rai secured the Babarpur seat, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Anil Kumar Vashisht by 18,994 votes. Kailash Gahlot, who had switched from AAP to BJP before the elections, won from Bijwasan, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Surender Bhardwaj.
Several BJP leaders also emerged victorious, including Vijender Gupta from Rohini, Kapil Mishra from Karawal Nagar, and Ravinder Singh Negi from Patparganj.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed gratitude to the people of Delhi for their support.
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दिल्ली के दिल में मोदी&hellip;🪷 दिल्ली की जनता ने झूठ, धोखे और भ्रष्टाचार के &lsquo;शीशमहल&rsquo; को नेस्तनाबूत कर दिल्ली को आप-दा मुक्त करने का काम किया है। दिल्ली ने वादाखिलाफी करने वालों को ऐसा सबक सिखाया है, जो देशभर में जनता के साथ झूठे वादे करने वालों के लिए मिसाल बनेगा। यह दिल्ली में&hellip;
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"Delhi ke Dil mein Modi (Modi in the heart of Delhi). This is a victory of 'Modi ki Guarantee' and the faith of Delhiites in Modi ji's vision of development. Heartfelt gratitude to the people of Delhi for this massive mandate. Under the leadership of Modiji, BJP is determined to fulfill all its promises and make Delhi the number-one capital of the world," Shah stated.
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दिल्लीवासियों ने बता दिया कि जनता को बार-बार झूठे वादों से गुमराह नहीं किया जा सकता। जनता ने अपने वोट से गंदी यमुना, पीने का गंदा पानी, टूटी सड़कें, ओवरफ्लो होते सीवरों और हर गली में खुले शराब के ठेकों का जवाब दिया है। दिल्ली में मिली इस भव्य जीत के लिए अपना दिन-रात एक करने वाले&hellip;
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"People have responded to the dirty Yamuna, dirty drinking water, broken roads, overflowing sewers, and liquor shops open in every street with their votes. I heartily congratulate all the workers of BJP Delhi who worked day and night for this grand victory," he added.
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal took a sharp dig at AAP, stating that "God punishes" those who commit crimes against women.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a>, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal says, "If we see the history - if something wrong happens to any woman, god has punished those who commit that... It's because of the issues like water pollution, air pollution and the condition of the streets, that&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/7pxLQZGesi">pic.twitter.com/7pxLQZGesi</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1888145229099970729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Her remarks were seen as a reference to the assault allegations she made against Kejriwal&rsquo;s personal aide, Bibhav Kumar.
AAP had previously dominated the last two Delhi Assembly elections, securing 62 out of 70 seats in 2020 and 67 seats in 2015.
Vote counting began on Saturday morning following polling on February 5.

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch has served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking evidence for his allegations of BJP attempting to bribe party candidates before the Delhi Assembly election results.

ACB serves notice to Kejriwal over claims of BJP poaching AAP candidates ahead of Delhi poll results

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch has served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking evidence for his allegations of BJP attempting to bribe party candidates before the Delhi Assembly election results.

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) on Friday served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking details and evidence regarding his allegations that the BJP attempted to bribe his party candidates ahead of the Delhi Assembly election results.&nbsp;
The legal notice comes just a day before the counting of votes is scheduled to take place for the Delhi Assembly elections held on February 5.&nbsp;
The notice, delivered at Kejriwal&rsquo;s 5, Ferozeshah Road residence, has intensified the political tensions between AAP and the BJP, with the former calling it a politically motivated move.&nbsp;
The ACB&rsquo;s notice specifically refers to a post on X by Kejriwal accusing the BJP of offering bribes to 16 AAP candidates to switch sides.&nbsp;
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The notice asks Kejriwal to confirm whether the tweet was made by him and provide detailed information on the alleged poaching attempts.&nbsp;
It also seeks the names of the 16 candidates who received phone calls, the phone numbers of those who contacted them and any supporting evidence to substantiate these claims.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Provide the evidence and proof to support the claim/allegations of the offer of a bribe levelled by you and your party members on various media/social media platforms,&rdquo; the ACB notice reads.&nbsp;
The notice also warns of potential legal action, asking Kejriwal to explain why those spreading such allegations should not be prosecuted for creating &ldquo;panic and unrest&rdquo; among the people of Delhi.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Explain as to why an appropriate legal action should not be taken against the persons spreading such information on media/social media platforms, which is tantamount to creating panic and unrest situations amongst the people of Delhi,&rdquo; the notice reads.&nbsp;
Earlier, high drama unfolded as AAP strongly criticised the ACB&rsquo;s action, calling it an attempt to intimidate the party ahead of the election results.&nbsp;
AAP&rsquo;s legal cell chief Sanjeev Nasiar alleged that the ACB initially had no legal notice and was sitting outside Kejriwal&rsquo;s house without clarity on their purpose.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They did not have any legal notice at first. After one-and-a-half hours, they served us with a notice. This drama is orchestrated by the LG office in collusion with the BJP. The officers were under pressure,&rdquo; Nasiar claimed.&nbsp;
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh backed these allegations, stating that more than 16 AAP candidates had been approached by unidentified individuals attempting to lure them away from the party.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We have already released the phone number of one such instance and are now filing a complaint. I challenge the BJP to take action against at least one of them,&rdquo; Singh said.&nbsp;
The BJP, however, dismissed AAP&rsquo;s accusations, labelling them as baseless and an attempt to deflect attention from the party&rsquo;s internal troubles.&nbsp;
The controversy erupted after Delhi BJP general secretary Vishnu Mittal submitted a representation to Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, urging action against AAP for allegedly spreading misinformation about poaching attempts.

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