Delhi Election: Kejriwal Accuses Election Commissioner of Bias – Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has taken a hard stance against Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar. At a press conference on the final day of campaigning for the Delhi election, Kejriwal accused Kumar of compromising under pressure from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to secure a lucrative post-retirement appointment.
The Accusation
Kejriwal alleged that the Election Commission was acting in the BJP’s interest, which he suggested had made the body ineffective and caused public distrust. “The way the Election Commission has surrendered before the Bharatiya Janata Party, it seems as if the Election Commission does not exist. This is raising a very big question,” he stated.
Post-Retirement Speculations
The AAP leader raised suspicions about Kumar’s future plans following his retirement. “What kind of post has been offered to him post-retirement? The post of governor, the post of president, what kind of post can it be?” Kejriwal asked. He pleaded with Kumar to focus on his duty and refrain from considerations of personal gain.
Partisan Campaigning
Kejriwal’s remarks are part of a broader pattern of accusations against the BJP during the election campaign. In recent statements, he has also accused the BJP of distributing cash in New Delhi to secure votes. Additionally, Kejriwal questioned the Election Commission’s alleged inaction regarding his claim that the BJP government in Haryana was poisoning the Yamuna water supply that provides nearly all of Delhi’s drinking water.
Response from BJP
The BJP, for its part, has responded to Kejriwal’s charges by questioning his mental state. Haryana Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu suggested that Kejriwal’s language and mental condition were affected by his sense of impending defeat. BJP spokesman Mahesh Sharma denied any cash distribution and emphasized the importance of election integrity.
Democracy at Stake
With the Delhi election set for February 5, 2025, and the results expected on February 8, Kejriwal’s allegations are likely to intensify the political polarization. The AAP, striving for its third consecutive term, faces BJP candidate Parvesh Verma and Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit in a triangular contest in the New Delhi constituency.
Special Observers
Following reports of BJP hooliganism in his constituency, Kejriwal demanded that special observers be deployed by the Election Commission to ensure fair voting. The AAP leader also accused the police of intervening against his workers, who were celebrating in support of his campaign. He alleged that this action was driven by Home Minister Amit Shah’s fear.
Delhi Election Landscape
The Delhi assembly election marks a crucial moment in Indian politics. The AAP, which has governed the national capital for the past decade, aims to maintain its grip on power. However, the BJP is eager to reclaim the capital after more than 25 years of opposition.
“Election Commission ceases to exist in India anymore,” Kejriwal charged in a late-night post on X, highlighting the depth of the political divide.
Opposition Leads
While Kejriwal emphasizes integrity and fairness in the electoral process, his campaign continues to be marred by allegations of malpractices. The BJP, on the other hand, seeks to solidify its position as the dominant force in the national political landscape.
Conclusion
As the countdown to the Delhi election proceeds, the political rhetoric has reached new heights of intensity. The battle for control of the national capital is not just about governance but also about perception and public trust in the electoral process.
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