In a sharp critique of Arvind Kejriwal's recent statement about no alliance for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit expressed his party's strong stance against forming any political tie-up with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Dikshit, who has been vocal about the state of politics in Delhi, said that the Congress cannot ally with a party that has, according to him, "ruined Delhi for the past 10 years."
Speaking to the media, Dikshit made it clear that the Delhi Congress had no plans of entering into an alliance with AAP, a stance that had been firmly communicated earlier.
He explained that Delhi’s current state, marked by numerous challenges, had been a result of AAP’s governance over the last decade. "Delhi is known for the wrong reasons today," Dikshit remarked, emphasising the responsibility his party carries.
"We cannot be with a party that has damaged the city. Congress has always stood for the people and their interests, and we cannot compromise on that," he added.
Dikshit’s remarks came after Arvind Kejriwal’s own statement on Sunday, in which the AAP national convenor had reiterated that there would be no political alliance in Delhi ahead of the elections.
Kejriwal’s statement appeared to put an end to any speculation regarding a possible tie-up with the Congress, a move that has stirred political discussions in the region.
Reacting to this, Congress leader Udit Raj also questioned Kejriwal’s comments, given that the Delhi unit of Congress, led by Devender Yadav, had already declared that there would be no alliance with AAP.
Raj suggested that Kejriwal’s remarks were a mere attempt to create a narrative of compromise, implying that the AAP was attempting to pressure Congress into reconsidering its stance.
"When Congress' Delhi unit President Devender Yadav has already made it clear, where does the question arise?" Raj pointed out, indicating that AAP's persistent remarks on the matter might be aimed at making Congress rethink its position.
The ongoing exchange between Congress and AAP comes at a time when political rivalry in Delhi is intensifying.
Kejriwal's decision to continue with his position of no alliances seems to reflect the AAP's desire to maintain its autonomy in the upcoming elections, while Congress remains firm on its stand of contesting independently.
Meanwhile, the political climate continues to see new developments, with UPSC coach Awadh Ojha joining AAP in the presence of Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia.
Ojha’s entry into AAP is seen as an attempt by the party to strengthen its base in the region and attract support from various segments of society. His joining is a noteworthy move, as the AAP looks to consolidate its position ahead of the crucial assembly elections.
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