The ongoing political feud between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to intensify further as Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced his decision to skip a fifth Enforcement Directorate (ED) summons on Friday morning. This move leaves him vulnerable to potential arrest, raising tensions amid protests related to the controversial Chandigarh mayoral election, won by the BJP under contentious circumstances.
- Arvind Kejriwal plans to bypass the fifth ED summons in connection to the liquor policy case.
- The Chief Minister intends to participate in protests related to the Chandigarh mayoral election, sparking increased security in and around key locations in Delhi.
- AAP and BJP workers mobilize, leading to clashes and detentions; Delhi Police tightens security measures to prevent potential violence.
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Political Exchange on Social Media
AAP leaders, including Delhi Education Minister Atishi and Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj, accuse the BJP of committing fraud in the Chandigarh election.
Kejriwal claims votes were “stolen” in the mayoral polls, and peaceful protesters are being detained in various parts of Delhi.
पहले चंडीगढ़ मेयर चुनाव में वोट चोरी किए।
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) February 2, 2024
अब इसके ख़िलाफ़ शांतिपूर्ण प्रदर्शन करने आ रही जनता को जगह जगह दिल्ली भर में रोका जा रहा है https://t.co/PsZpGAcNS8
BJP responds with accusations of Kejriwal playing the “victimhood” card, urging cooperation with investigations.
Chandigarh Mayoral Election Fallout
- AAP contests BJP’s unexpected win in the Chandigarh mayoral race, highlighting invalidated votes and drawing parallels to Donald Trump’s post-election claims.
- AAP and Congress approach the Supreme Court, alleging malpractices and seeking intervention.
Delhi Liquor Policy Case
- AAP supports Kejriwal in the face of ED summons, accusing the BJP of using central agencies to target the Chief Minister.
- Kejriwal faces allegations in the liquor policy case, with the AAP claiming it’s an attempt to arrest him before the upcoming Lok Sabha election.
- Three AAP leaders, including Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh, have been arrested in connection to the liquor policy case.
Way Forward
- The political tension escalates as protests, social media exchanges, and legal battles unfold between the AAP and BJP.
- The AAP reaffirms its stance, refuting charges related to the Delhi liquor case and emphasizing increased revenue from the revamped alcohol sales policy.
As the AAP and BJP lock horns in a multifaceted political clash, the unfolding events mark a crucial chapter in Delhi’s political landscape. With protests gaining momentum and legal battles underway, the city remains a focal point for political developments that may have far-reaching consequences.
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