Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Set To Meet L-G Tomorrow: Resignation Expected

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is expected to resign and will meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena for the submission.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is set to meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Tuesday at 4:30 PM, where he is expected to submit his resignation.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) confirmed that Kejriwal has sought an appointment with Saxena for this purpose.

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Arvind Kejriwal's Announcement

On Sunday, while addressing his party workers, Kejriwal announced his decision to step down. He stated, "I am going to resign after 2 days; ask people whether I am honest; till they respond, won't sit on CM's chair. I will only sit on CM's chair after people give me certificate of honesty; want to give 'agnipariksha' after coming out of jail."

Kejriwal made this announcement just two days after being released from Delhi's Tihar Jail. He was granted bail by the Supreme Court in a corruption case related to the Delhi excise policy filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

Next Steps for AAP

Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj mentioned that a legislative party meeting will be convened to elect a new leader who will take over as Chief Minister. "Whoever will get elected will present the claim to the President through the Lieutenant Governor. The MLAs are with us. So obviously that person will be called and will take oath. I think this whole process should be completed within a week," Bharadwaj told ANI.

Bharadwaj also expressed confidence in Kejriwal's leadership and the support of Delhi's citizens. "Despite what the Bharatiya Janata Party has done in the past two years, the Chief Minister still has faith in people and his honesty... The people of Delhi are eager for elections to be held so that they can vote and make Arvind Kejriwal the Chief Minister again," he added.

The lieutenant governor has confirmed an appointment with Kejriwal for their meeting on Tuesday at 4:30 PM, according to PTI reports.

This development comes amid ongoing political turmoil and legal challenges faced by Kejriwal and his party. The upcoming legislative party meeting will play a crucial role in determining AAP's future leadership in Delhi.

The decision to resign follows intense scrutiny and legal battles over alleged corruption linked to the Delhi excise policy case. Kejriwal's move is seen as an attempt to reaffirm his commitment to honesty and transparency in governance.

The political landscape in Delhi remains dynamic as AAP prepares for potential elections and leadership changes. The outcome of these developments will significantly impact the city's governance and political stability.

Kejriwal's resignation marks a pivotal moment for AAP, which now faces the task of selecting a new leader while navigating ongoing legal challenges and public scrutiny.