NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (EC) has directed Delhi minister Atishi to answer allegations of a possible ballot code violation following her current claims that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) approached her by means of a “very close” particular person to affix the celebration. Atishi’s statements, whereby she asserted that the BJP had coerced her to defect, prompted the EC’s motion after a criticism was lodged by the BJP concerning her remarks. Atishi has been instructed to furnish an in depth response by 5 pm this Saturday.
BJP Approached Me To Join Party: Atishi
Atishi, a distinguished determine throughout the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), claimed earlier this week that she had been approached by the BJP with presents to modify sides, purportedly to safeguard her political profession. These claims had been swiftly met with a authorized discover from the Delhi BJP, denouncing Atishi’s assertions as baseless and defamatory. The discover, delivered by advocate Satya Ranjan Swain on behalf of Delhi BJP chief Praveen Shankar Kapoor, emphasised the dearth of substantiation for Atishi’s allegations and demanded a retraction and apology.
What Did Atishi Say?
During a press convention, Atishi alleged that the BJP had used intimidation techniques, together with threats of imminent arrest by the Directorate of Enforcement, to coerce her into becoming a member of their ranks. She additional accused the central authorities, led by the BJP, of using probe companies to intimidate the AAP and its members. Atishi reaffirmed her celebration’s resolve to withstand such stress, invoking historic figures like Bhagat Singh and asserting their dedication to upholding democratic rules. “I want to tell the BJP that we will not be scared of you. We are the soldiers of Arvind Kejriwal. We are aides of Bhagat Singh. We will continue to save the Constitution and will work to give the people a better life under the leadership of Arvind Kejriwal,” she stated.
AAP Vs BJP In Excise Policy Case
Atishi additional alleged that within the coming two months earlier than the General Elections, just a few extra leaders, together with Raghav Chadha and Saurabh Bharadwaj, will likely be arrested by the central probe company. The escalating tensions between the AAP and the BJP, significantly within the run-up to the General Elections, sign a contentious political panorama in Delhi.Â
