“A New Chapter Begins: Arvind Kejriwal Submits His Resignation to the Governor, While Atishi Presents Her Claim as Delhi’s Next Chief Minister.”
Delhi. September 17,2024 :- In a dramatic turn of events, Arvind Kejriwal, the National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), resigned from his position as Delhi Chief Minister on Tuesday, September 17. Kejriwal presented his resignation to Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, in a move that marks a significant shift in Delhi’s political landscape. Accompanied by his Cabinet ministers and Atishi—his appointed successor—Kejriwal’s resignation follows a series of high-stakes political maneuvers and legal challenges.
The decision to resign comes on the heels of mounting political tension and a recent legal development. Kejriwal, who was recently granted bail in the excise policy case, had announced his intention to resign and call for early elections in Delhi on September 16. This announcement came amid ongoing scrutiny and allegations related to the excise policy.
In the days leading up to his resignation, Delhi’s political scene was abuzz with activity. A crucial meeting was held at Kejriwal’s residence at 11:30 am, where strategic discussions took place. During this meeting, Delhi Minister Gopal Rai revealed that the AAP legislative party had convened and unanimously appointed Atishi as the interim Chief Minister. Rai noted, “Atishi will serve as the Chief Minister until the next Delhi elections, and the remaining members of the cabinet will be sworn in after she takes office.”
AAP spokesperson Anmol Panwar lauded Kejriwal’s tenure, emphasizing his role as a “symbol of morality and integrity in politics.” Panwar also mentioned that the final decisions regarding the new cabinet will be made post-Atishi’s swearing-in.
Kejriwal’s resignation comes in the wake of a series of strategic meetings conducted by the AAP to address internal feedback and political strategy. These meetings were aimed at navigating the complex political environment and preparing for the forthcoming electoral challenges. The party’s decision to appoint Atishi as the new Chief Minister reflects a strategic move to stabilize the administration and prepare for the upcoming electoral battles.
The resignation and subsequent appointment of Atishi mark a pivotal moment in Delhi’s political landscape, with potential implications for the future of AAP’s governance and electoral prospects in the capital.
