Arvind Kejriwal and his political brainchild, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), recently faced a major blow in the Delhi State Elections. After a decade of ruling the capital, the party was eclipsed by BJP, bringing only 22 seats into the assembly as the opposition. Former CM Atishi now leads the opposition.
Kejriwal himself failed to secure his seat, similar to Manish Sisodia, his former deputy in Delhi.
Is Kejriwal Heading to Rajya Sabha?
Post their significant defeat, Arvind Kejriwal has remained out of the public eye, sparking curiosity about his activities. Speculation has surged that he might pursue a Rajya Sabha seat from Punjab, following AAP's decision to field Sanjeev Arora, their Rajya Sabha MP, in Ludhiana's by-election race.
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Both Congress and BJP pondered over this move, which might clear Kejriwal's way to Rajya Sabha.
AAP swiftly debunked these rumors, even as questions remain about the party's representation in Punjab, if Arora secures election. Who will be AAP's new face in Rajya Sabha?
Where is Kejriwal?
The burning question: where is Arvind Kejriwal? His last appearance was at an AAP MLA meeting in which Atishi was declared the leader of the opposition.
Party insiders reveal Kejriwal is gearing up for upcoming elections, focusing where AAP has strong roots. Punjab remains the party's last stronghold as plans to ally with the INDIA bloc for other state elections have been shelved. AAP won't contest in the Bihar assembly elections.
Currently, the party is focused on winning the Ludhiana West by-election and gearing for the Punjab Assembly elections in 2027. Kejriwal regularly meets Punjab leaders and collects grassroots feedback too.
Key Meetings in Delhi, Sisodia's Punjab Tour
Kejriwal is frequently engaging with Punjab and Delhi unit leaders. After Delhi's defeat, AAP is emphasizing organizational strength and governance model enhancement. Senior leader Manish Sisodia’s visits to Punjab schools have sparked controversies.
The Punjab government is extending AAP’s Delhi model to overhaul state schools, guided by Sisodia's vision.
Punitive Measures Against Drugs and Corruption by Punjab Government
The Punjab government is intensifying its crackdown on drugs and corruption, even deploying bulldozers against drug cartels. The administration is witnessing significant bureaucratic shifts, concerned about internal organizational challenges.
