Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is likely to submit his resignation tomorrow, according to reliable party sources. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leadership has called for an urgent meeting with its MLAs at 11 AM, during which discussions will be held to select the next Chief Minister of Delhi.
Kejriwal, who has been the face of AAP since its inception and has led the party to consecutive victories in the Delhi Assembly elections, has reportedly cited personal reasons for his decision to step down. While no official statement has been made by Kejriwal or the party, speculation has been rife that the long-serving leader may pursue a larger role in national politics or focus on party expansion in other states.
Sources within the party suggest that several prominent leaders are in contention for the chief ministerial post. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Health Minister Satyendar Jain, and MLA Atishi are among the frontrunners, but no final decision has been made.
The meeting scheduled for tomorrow is expected to be a crucial one, with AAP MLAs tasked with selecting a leader who can continue the governance and welfare initiatives that Kejriwal spearheaded during his tenure. Kejriwal’s tenure has been marked by a focus on education, healthcare, and electricity subsidies, which have earned AAP a strong electoral base in Delhi.
Political analysts are keenly watching this development, as it could signal a shift in Delhi’s political landscape and have broader implications for AAP’s ambitions at the national level.
As the capital city braces for this major political shift, the nation will be watching closely to see who takes the reins from one of India’s most prominent political figures.