Former Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), prompting a reaction from AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, who stated, “He is free to go wherever he wants.”
On Sunday, Gahlot resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), citing unfulfilled promises and recent controversies in his letter addressed to Kejriwal. Gahlot, who represents the Najafgarh constituency, stepped down from his ministerial role. Delhi Chief Minister Atishi later accepted his resignation.
In his resignation letter, Gahlot criticized the AAP for failing to fulfill key commitments, particularly the promise to clean the Yamuna River. “We assured voters of a cleaner Yamuna, but we have failed to deliver on this,” he wrote.
Gahlot also raised concerns about the controversy surrounding Kejriwal’s official residence, referring to it as “Sheeshmahal.” He noted, “Issues like this have led people to question whether we are still the party of the common man.”
This move marks a significant shift in Delhi’s political landscape, as Gahlot was once a close ally of Kejriwal. His decision to join the BJP is seen as a blow to the AAP.
Key Takeaways:
- Kailash Gahlot has joined the BJP after resigning from the AAP.
- Gahlot cited broken promises, including the failure to clean the Yamuna River.
- Controversies like the Sheeshmahal residence issue contributed to his departure.
- Arvind Kejriwal responded, stating Gahlot is free to make his own choices.
This development highlights ongoing challenges within the AAP and its impact on Delhi’s political dynamics.
