11 January, 2025; New Delhi: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has openly questioned Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ramesh Bidhuri’s contributions as a Member of Parliament over the past decade. In a press conference focused on the upcoming Delhi elections, Kejriwal took sharp jabs at the BJP, labeling it as an “abusive party” and speculating that Bidhuri might be announced as the party’s Chief Ministerial face for Delhi.
Kejriwal’s Criticism
Kejriwal, known for his combative style of politics, did not hold back in his remarks. “The BJP is likely to announce Ramesh Bidhuri as its CM face for Delhi,” he said. “I would just want to ask one question to Ramesh Bidhuri: what is your contribution to Delhi as an MP?” Kejriwal’s statement highlights AAP’s broader strategy of targeting BJP’s leadership and governance record, especially in Delhi, a city where AAP has dominated politics in recent years.
Performance Under Scrutiny
Ramesh Bidhuri, a BJP MP from South Delhi, has faced criticism in the past for his controversial remarks and confrontational style. Kejriwal’s remarks seem to be aimed at questioning Bidhuri’s legislative performance and constituency work. Delhi’s electorate, which has shown strong support for AAP in previous assembly elections, remains a key battleground for BJP’s aspirations to wrest control of the capital.
Political Dynamics Ahead of Elections
The upcoming Delhi elections are expected to be highly contentious, with BJP aiming to challenge AAP’s governance record, particularly in areas like education, healthcare, and public infrastructure. Kejriwal’s direct challenge to Bidhuri aligns with AAP’s narrative of contrasting its grassroots development agenda with what it describes as BJP’s lack of focus on Delhi-specific issues.
BJP’s Response
While BJP has yet to formally announce its Chief Ministerial candidate, party insiders suggest that Ramesh Bidhuri’s name is indeed under consideration. Reacting to Kejriwal’s comments, BJP leaders dismissed them as political rhetoric, emphasizing their focus on national development and accusing AAP of indulging in divisive politics.
The Road Ahead
As the political temperature rises in Delhi, both AAP and BJP are expected to intensify their campaigns. While AAP will continue to highlight its governance achievements, BJP’s strategy will likely involve addressing urban development issues and countering Kejriwal’s allegations. Voters in Delhi will once again play a decisive role in determining the city’s political future.
Kejriwal’s direct attack on Ramesh Bidhuri sets the stage for a high-voltage electoral battle, underscoring the personal and ideological clashes that define Delhi’s politics.
