Atishi, a prominent member of India’s ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), is set to take over as the new chief minister of Delhi following the resignation of incumbent Arvind Kejriwal. The announcement was made by Kejriwal during a meeting with his party’s legislators in New Delhi. Atishi, 43, has held various portfolios in the city government, including finance and education.
Kejriwal, a fierce critic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, announced his resignation on Monday, a day after being released from prison on bail in a corruption case. He had served as Delhi’s chief minister since 2015. The 55-year-old former anti-corruption crusader has seen his AAP party quickly rise to mainstream politics, although its influence is still relatively small compared to older opposition parties.
Kejriwal’s release from prison came after he was granted bail by India’s Supreme Court, following his detention in relation to alleged irregularities in Delhi’s liquor policy. Kejriwal’s decision to step down as chief minister was met with intrigue and speculation, with the public being asked whether they viewed him as honest or a criminal.
As Atishi prepares to take over the role of chief minister, the future of Delhi’s leadership and governance remains uncertain. With the AAP’s growing presence in Indian politics and Atishi’s experience in various government portfolios, there is much anticipation surrounding the changes that will come with this new administration. Stay tuned for further developments on this evolving story.
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