The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, launched a sharp offensive against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi, accusing him of proving himself an 'urban Naxal' after he reportedly made objectionable remarks warning of violence against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The remarks, made on Monday, were linked to a political dispute over reported differences within the Election Commission of India (ECI) — allegations the poll body has publicly denied.

What Kejriwal Said and Why It Sparked a Row

Kejriwal's comments on Monday reportedly warned of potential violence against both the Prime Minister and the Chief Election Commissioner amid the ongoing controversy over the ECI's internal functioning. The poll panel denied any differences among its members, but Kejriwal's framing drew immediate condemnation from BJP leaders across the board. Critics from the ruling party characterised the remarks as an attempt to 'incite violence' against a sitting Prime Minister.

BJP Leaders Respond in Force

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal described Kejriwal's language as 'extremely shameful,' saying: 'Arvind Kejriwal is the most disgraced politician in the country. Difference of opinion can exist, but the words with which he insulted a father-like figure; he should really think about his upbringing.'

Delhi Cabinet Minister Ashish Sood went further, stating: 'He has not made an allegation. He has behaved rudely. Arvind Kejriwal forgets that he once held a constitutional post. He was the Chief Minister of Delhi and calls himself the national president of a political party. The kind of derogatory words he has used show his anarchist mindset.' Sood referred to Kejriwal as 'Naraz fufa' and an 'urban Naxal,' adding that the AAP chief appeared 'frustrated' and was struggling to retain relevance even within opposition circles.

Former CM's Record Cited Against Him

BJP MLA Abhay Verma said Kejriwal's conduct was beneath the dignity of a former Chief Minister. 'Kejriwal ji's mindset appears unclear. He himself has held a constitutional position, but this is the first time we are seeing someone use such condemnable words and go below the belt while speaking about the Prime Minister,' Verma said. He accused Kejriwal of attempting to 'malign' Modi's name and also referenced a recent slapping incident involving Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh, saying that while the BJP did not endorse wrongdoing, Kejriwal's attempt to drag the Prime Minister into the matter and his 'tapori'-style language was 'extremely condemnable.'

Kejriwal and Gandhi Accused of Building 'Dimagi Naxal' Ecosystem

BJP national spokesperson Tuhin Sinha broadened the attack, accusing both Kejriwal and Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi of attempting to construct what he called a 'Dimagi Naxal ecosystem.' 'Using such words for an elected Prime Minister means directly inciting violence,' Sinha said. The BJP's coordinated response signals that the party intends to keep Kejriwal's remarks in the political spotlight ahead of any upcoming electoral contests. Notably, this is not the first time the 'urban Naxal' label has been deployed by BJP leaders against AAP — it has become a recurring charge in their ideological framing of the party's leadership.

What Happens Next

AAP has not yet issued a formal response to the BJP's counterattack. The controversy comes at a time when Kejriwal's political standing has been under scrutiny following the AAP's loss of power in Delhi, making the stakes of public perception particularly high for the party's leadership. Whether Kejriwal clarifies or doubles down on his remarks is likely to shape the next phase of this political confrontation.