Atishi has stated that her primary goal, along with all AAP lawmakers, will be to restore Arvind Kejriwal to the position of Chief Minister. She has also urged voters to “make your son, your brother, Chief Minister again.”
Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation as Chief Minister of Delhi and the appointment of Atishi in his place marks a significant shift in the political dynamics of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Kejriwal’s decision follows his release on bail in the liquor policy case, a controversy that has affected the party’s leadership. Atishi, a senior AAP leader and close associate of Kejriwal, has taken temporary charge and expressed confidence that Kejriwal will return to the Chief Minister’s post after the elections.
This development highlights both the internal challenges faced by AAP and its plans for the future as it navigates political and legal issues.
Atishi’s selection as the leader of AAP’s legislative party and her role as interim Chief Minister until the next Assembly election underscores her prominence within the party. With elections initially scheduled for February, Kejriwal’s call for an early election—potentially as soon as next month—adds urgency to the political landscape. This shift is likely aimed at quickly stabilizing the leadership amid the ongoing liquor policy case and legal challenges facing the party’s top leaders. Atishi’s leadership will be pivotal in guiding AAP through this period.
Atishi’s remarks emphasize the Aam Aadmi Party’s unified focus on Arvind Kejriwal’s return as Chief Minister. By framing Kejriwal as “your son, your brother,” Atishi is appealing to the emotional and personal connection many voters in Delhi have with him, reinforcing his leadership and significance to the party and its supporters. Her statement underlines that her interim role is part of a broader strategy to secure Kejriwal’s leadership again in the upcoming elections, highlighting party loyalty and the continuity of its mission.
Atishi’s statements reflect both her gratitude for the trust placed in her by Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party, as well as her determination to uphold the party’s agenda in the face of political challenges. By affirming that “Delhi has only one Chief Minister… and that is Kejriwal,” she emphasizes that her leadership is temporary and solely aimed at ensuring Kejriwal’s return. Her vow to defend the AAP against what she calls “fake charges” by the Bharatiya Janata Party highlights the ongoing tensions between the two parties and sets the tone for the upcoming electoral battle.
