Arvind Kejriwal: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Set to Resign Amid Political Turmoil

The suspense surrounding Delhi's next Chief Minister is poised to resolve on Tuesday, as current Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is expected to resign at 4:30 pm following a meeting with the Lieutenant Governor. The impending resignation comes amidst significant political activity and speculation regarding his successor.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Set to Resign Amid Political Turmoil

Sources have indicated to India Today that the decision on Kejriwal’s successor is a close contest between Delhi Ministers Atishi and Kailash Gehlot. The position of Deputy Chief Minister is expected to be omitted, according to these sources. Atishi, who is closely aligned with Kejriwal, manages key portfolios including education, finance, Public Works Department (PWD), and revenue. Gehlot, on the other hand, oversees the transport department.

Atishi has reportedly received support from former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who has backed her candidacy for the top post

Atishi has reportedly received support from former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who has backed her candidacy for the top post. The speculation surrounding these appointments comes ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections scheduled for February next year. Kejriwal has advocated for holding the elections in November in conjunction with the Maharashtra polls.

Kejriwal's resignation is seen as a strategic move to reclaim moral authority amid ongoing corruption allegations and the recent arrests of senior AAP leaders. This step is also perceived as an effort to address the controversy surrounding his leadership. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized Kejriwal’s resignation as a "drama" and a "confession of crime," suggesting that it reflects internal discord within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

Kejriwal, who was recently released from Tihar Jail after securing bail in the CBI’s excise policy case and interim bail in an Enforcement Directorate (ED) case, has stated that he plans to return as Chief Minister only if he secures a mandate from the electorate. He has emphasized that his return would depend on receiving a "certificate of honesty" from the people of Delhi.

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