Arvind Kejriwal and Daughter Receive Death Threats Amid Political Controversy
Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter face death threats, prompting the AAP to accuse BJP of foul play in Delhis political landscape.
New Delhi, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : The political landscape in New Delhi has been shaken by death threats directed at Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and former Chief Minister of Delhi, along with his daughter. This alarming incident has sparked a fresh controversy, with AAP leaders accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of orchestrating the threats.
Sanjay Singh, an AAP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, claimed that the BJP is using its connections to intimidate Kejriwal through threatening phone calls. He asserted that such tactics are part of the BJP’s strategy to tarnish the image of Punjab ahead of elections. Singh warned BJP leaders against playing these dangerous games, emphasizing that Kejriwal will not be intimidated by threats.
Saurabh Bhardwaj, the Delhi state president of AAP, linked the threats to the deteriorating law and order situation in the capital. He expressed concern that even a former chief minister is now a target for gangsters. Bhardwaj highlighted the increasing frequency of extortion threats against businesses, creating an atmosphere of fear among Delhi’s entrepreneurs.
He noted that many business owners feel reluctant to report threats to the police, believing that their complaints will not lead to any resolution. This has forced some to succumb to extortion demands. Bhardwaj revealed instances where businesses had to pay ransoms despite having reported threats to the authorities.
The current climate raises serious questions about Delhi’s law enforcement capabilities. If business owners cannot rely on police protection after filing complaints, it raises concerns about the safety of ordinary citizens. Bhardwaj pointed out that the threats against Kejriwal and his daughter exemplify the broader issues plaguing the city’s law and order.
Through this incident, AAP has criticized both the BJP and the central government for failing to ensure safety in Delhi. Party officials are calling for decisive action against the rising activities of gangsters, emphasizing the need for a secure environment for citizens, businesses, and public representatives alike.
