The date for the swearing-in of Delhi's new Chief Minister has been set. The ceremony is scheduled for February 20 at 4:30 PM, and it will take place at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan.
The ceremony will feature three stages, including a large one measuring 40x24, and two stages that are 34x40 feet each. Approximately 100 to 150 chairs will be arranged on the stage, with 30,000 chairs provided for the public.
The question of when the swearing-in ceremony will occur has been on everyone's mind since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won a massive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections. Former Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi, among others, was eager to know the announcement date of the swearing-in.
Party sources have now revealed the date and time for the event. However, it's still unclear who will be appointed Delhi's Chief Minister, leaving everyone in suspense.
Parvesh Verma
Leading the race is Parvesh Verma, who defeated AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi constituency.
Ashish Sood
Ashish Sood, BJP general secretary and Janakpuri legislator, is noted for his close ties with central leaders.
Rekha Gupta
Rekha Gupta, a legislative representative from Shalimar Bagh, is seen as a potential female candidate for the position.
Vijender Gupta
Vijender Gupta, a senior BJP leader from Rohini and former opposition leader in the Delhi Assembly, is also under consideration.
Satish Upadhyay
Satish Upadhyay, a former state BJP president and legislator from Malviya Nagar, is a prominent Brahmin candidate in the race.
Jitendra Mahajan
Jitendra Mahajan, representing the Vaish community and a strong RSS representative, is among the top contenders.
Shikha Roy
Shikha Roy, recognized for her victory over AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj in Greater Kailash, is another significant female candidate being considered.
A meeting is scheduled for this evening concerning the swearing-in ceremony and government formation. Timings and dates for the legislative group meeting will be set, with swearing-in charge Vinod Tawde and Tarun Chugh in attendance, along with Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva and other organization officials.
Sources indicate that 15 legislators have been shortlisted for key ministerial positions. A meeting may be held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President JP Nadda, and other senior BJP leaders to finalize the matter.
In the recently concluded Delhi Assembly elections, BJP ousted AAP by winning 48 of the 70 seats, marking a significant shift in power after over a decade of AAP governance. BJP will form a government in Delhi for the first time since 1993.
