AAP and BJP Clash Over Alleged Attack on Arvind Kejriwal’s Car During Delhi Campaign
The incident in New Delhi constituency has escalated tensions, with AAP accusing BJP of orchestrating violence and BJP alleging Kejriwal's vehicle injured protesters.
- AAP claims that BJP supporters, linked to candidate Parvesh Verma, attacked Arvind Kejriwal’s car with stones during a campaign rally in the Gole Market area.
- BJP denies the allegations, asserting instead that Kejriwal’s vehicle hit three local youths who were protesting, allegedly at his direction, and caused injuries.
- Delhi Police stated that no stone-pelting was confirmed but acknowledged verbal allegations from both sides, with investigations ongoing to verify the claims.
- AAP leaders, including Delhi CM Atishi, allege that one of the attackers has a criminal record and is associated with BJP’s Verma, accusing the BJP of attempting to eliminate Kejriwal.
- The escalating accusations come as Delhi prepares for assembly elections on February 5, with both parties vying for dominance in a heated political environment.