Atishi Becomes New Delhi Chief Minister
Atishi Takes Over from Arvind Kejriwal
On September 22, Atishi, a leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), officially became the Chief Minister of Delhi. She was appointed by AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, who resigned earlier this week.
Emotional Gesture
In a heartfelt gesture, Atishi placed an empty chair beside her CM chair, symbolizing Kejriwal’s presence. She said, “This chair belongs to Arvind Kejriwal. Today I took charge as the CM of Delhi. Today I have the same pain in my heart as Bharat ji had. Just like Bharat ji worked by keeping Lord Shri Ram’s sandals, I will take charge as CM for the next four months.”
Hope for Kejriwal’s Return
Atishi expressed confidence that Kejriwal would return as CM after the assembly elections in February. She stated, “I am confident that in the elections to be held in February, the people of Delhi will make Arvind Kejriwal win and make him the CM again. Till then, this chair of Arvind Kejriwal will remain here.”
Challenges Faced by Kejriwal
Atishi highlighted the challenges Kejriwal faced, including being jailed for six months. She said, “For the last two years, the BJP has left no stone unturned in maligning Arvind Kejriwal’s image. He was put in jail for 6 months. The court also said that the agency arrested Arvind Kejriwal with malicious intent.”
Third Woman CM of Delhi
At 43, Atishi is the third woman to become the Chief Minister of Delhi, following Sushma Swaraj and Sheila Dikshit.
Kejriwal’s Resignation
On September 17, Kejriwal resigned and handed over his resignation to Delhi LG VK Saxena. He stated, “I resigned because I did not come here (in politics) to do corruption. I don’t have any greed for CM’s chair. I did not come here to earn money. I used the work in Income Tax, I could’ve earned crores if I wanted to earn money. I came in politics for country, for Bharat Mata, to change country’s politics.”
Kejriwal mentioned that he would return to the post only if he gets a renewed mandate from the people of Delhi in the assembly polls likely to be held in February 2025.
Doubts Revealed
Atishi -: Atishi is a leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) who has become the Chief Minister of Delhi. She is known for her work in education and politics.
Chief Minister -: The Chief Minister is the head of the government in a state or union territory in India. They make important decisions and help run the state.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) -: The Aam Aadmi Party, or AAP, is a political party in India. It was founded by Arvind Kejriwal and focuses on fighting corruption and helping common people.
Arvind Kejriwal -: Arvind Kejriwal is a politician and the founder of the Aam Aadmi Party. He was the Chief Minister of Delhi before Atishi.
resigned -: Resigned means that someone has decided to leave their job or position. Arvind Kejriwal resigned as Chief Minister of Delhi.
jailed -: Jailed means being put in prison. Arvind Kejriwal was jailed for six months, which means he had to stay in prison for that time.
elections -: Elections are events where people vote to choose their leaders. The upcoming elections in February will decide who will be the next Chief Minister of Delhi.
Sushma Swaraj -: Sushma Swaraj was a famous Indian politician who also served as the Chief Minister of Delhi for a short time.
Sheila Dikshit -: Sheila Dikshit was a well-known Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Delhi for many years.
corruption charges -: Corruption charges are accusations that someone has done something dishonest or illegal, usually to gain money or power. Arvind Kejriwal said he resigned because of false corruption charges.
