The Election Commission will announce the dates for the Delhi Assembly elections today at 2 pm. The current Assembly’s term ends on February 15. The next election must be held before then.
AAP Pushes for Third Term
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) aims for a third consecutive term. Arvind Kejriwal, the party’s national convener, is leading the campaign. Despite stepping down as Chief Minister after a corruption case, Kejriwal has stated that he will return only after the “people’s court” renders its verdict.
BJP Fights Back
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is determined to defeat AAP. The BJP has accused Kejriwal and his party of corruption and mismanagement in Delhi. They claim that AAP will face a big loss, especially over alleged corruption in the renovation of the Chief Minister’s residence.
Congress Challenges Both AAP and BJP
Congress is also part of the battle, running independently. It is targeting both the BJP and AAP. During the Lok Sabha elections, Congress was an ally of the BJP, but now it is competing against both major parties.
AAP Highlights Achievements
AAP is showcasing its work in education and healthcare to gain voter support. The party has promised Rs 2,100 to women and free treatment for the elderly. These initiatives are central to their campaign.
Accusations and Arrests Shadow the Campaign
Manish Sisodia, Satyendra Jain, and AAP MP Sanjay Singh have all faced arrests in corruption cases. The party claims this is politically motivated and accuses the BJP of misusing investigation agencies for their own goals.
