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Atishi Sworn in as Delhi's Youngest Chief Minister

Atishi takes over from Arvind Kejriwal amid political turmoil and upcoming assembly elections.

  • Atishi, 43, is the third woman and the youngest person to become Chief Minister of Delhi.
  • She succeeds Arvind Kejriwal, who resigned following his bail in a corruption case linked to the liquor policy.
  • The new cabinet includes Saurabh Bharadwaj, Gopal Rai, Kailash Gahlot, Imran Hussain, and newcomer Mukesh Ahlawat.
  • Atishi retains 13 key portfolios, including finance, education, and public works, to ensure continuity.
  • Her immediate tasks include fast-tracking pending policies and preparing for the Delhi assembly elections scheduled for early next year.
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