With the Delhi assembly elections approaching, a new wave of political confrontation has erupted between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Key Developments
- Ashok Gehlot Labels AAP as Congress’s Opposition:
- Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot described AAP as Congress’s “opponent” in Delhi, asserting a significant shift in political dynamics since AAP’s previous victories.
- Gehlot emphasized that Congress’s current campaign strategies aim to deliver a different outcome this time.
- Arvind Kejriwal’s Retaliation:
- Reacting sharply, AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal accused Congress and BJP of secretly aligning to challenge his party.
- Kejriwal’s response on social media framed Congress and BJP as working together against the AAP.
- Congress’s Counterarguments:
- Gehlot dismissed Kejriwal’s allegations, stating the cooperation between BJP and Congress was “impossible.”
- He highlighted Rajasthan’s innovative health initiatives, advocating universal healthcare schemes nationwide, unlike the BJP-led Ayushman Bharat that covers only 40% of the population.
Broader Implications
- Congress Aims to Regain Ground:
- Congress leader Gurdeep Singh Sappal pointed to Congress’s historical dominance in Indian politics and criticized both BJP and AAP for indulging in mutual allegations instead of focusing on governance.
- AAP’s Three-Way Challenge:
- AAP is facing competition from both BJP and Congress, with the latter focusing on presenting itself as a credible alternative after being overshadowed in recent Delhi elections.
Election Highlights
- Poll Dates: February 5, 2025.
- Counting of Votes: February 8, 2025.
- Past Performance:
- AAP secured a landslide victory in 2020, winning 62 of 70 seats, leaving BJP with eight and Congress empty-handed.
As Delhi prepares for its next political showdown, all eyes remain on how the dynamics among these three parties unfold and whether Congress can reclaim relevance or AAP will continue its dominance in the capital.
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