Who Is Atishi? Know About Educational Qualification, Political Career Of Delhi's New CM

Aam Aadmi Party's senior leader Atishi will take over as the new Chief Minister of Delhi following incumbent Arvind Kejriwal's resignation. The party unanimously agreed after Arvind Kejriwal proposed her name as his successor in a meeting of the party's legislators on Tuesday. The decision of handing over the power to Atishi was taken after CM Arvind Kejriwal announced to step down from his post.

Atishi's Background and Early Life

Atishi was born on June 8, 1981, to Vijay Singh and Tripta Singh, a professor couple at Delhi University. According to reports, her father named her "Atishi Marlena," deriving the name "Marlena" from combining letters of "Marx" and "Lenin." However, during the 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign, Atishi dropped the "Marlena" from her name to avoid confusion about her religious background, as many mistakenly assumed she was Christian. Born into a Punjabi Rajput family, Atishi now uses the name "Atishi AAP" on social media, reflecting her strong association with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

Several key figures, who have been with the party since its early days, continue to play a crucial role in strengthening it. Atishi is one such prominent face of AAP. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Atishi was among the first candidates announced by AAP, representing East Delhi. Her early involvement with the party and her efforts have solidified her as a significant leader within the party's ranks.

Political Career and Contributions

Atishi, an MLA from Kalkaji, is a member of the Political Affairs Committee of the Aam Aadmi Party and currently serving as Minister of Education, PWD, Culture and Tourism in the Delhi Government. She also served as Advisor to the Former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, primarily on education, from July 2015 to April 17, 2018.

Her political journey has been marked by significant contributions to education reform in Delhi. As an advisor to Manish Sisodia, she played a pivotal role in transforming government schools in Delhi. Her efforts have been widely recognised and appreciated within and outside India.

Atishi's rise within AAP showcases her dedication and hard work towards improving governance in Delhi. Her appointment as Chief Minister marks a significant milestone for women in Indian politics.

The decision to appoint Atishi reflects AAP's commitment to promoting capable leaders within its ranks. Her leadership is expected to bring fresh perspectives and continued progress for Delhi.

As she steps into this new role, all eyes will be on how Atishi navigates the challenges ahead while building on Kejriwal's legacy.