Prithviraj Chavan expresses disappointment over lack of collaboration between Congress and AAP for Delhi elections
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New Delhi, Jan 8 (NationPress) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress, who were once alliance partners during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, are now set to contest the forthcoming Delhi Assembly elections independently. This split not only affects the election strategy but has also led to a barrage of criticisms between the two parties.
As the national capital prepares for a high-stakes three-way electoral battle, Maharashtra Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan has expressed his regret regarding the absence of a collaborative effort between AAP and the historic party.
In an interview with IANS, Chavan remarked: “It would have been advantageous had Congress and AAP formed a coalition for the elections. This is a significant election for both parties.”
He also stated, “I believe that the party led by Arvind Kejriwal is in a strong position and is likely to win the elections in Delhi.”
Chavan’s comments may provoke criticism from within his own party, as AAP might view this as an ‘open admission of defeat’ and brand the Congress leader as merely a ‘vote-cutter’ in the Delhi elections.
The political landscape is tense, with Delhi Congress leaders criticizing AAP for a decade of ‘misrule’, to which AAP has responded defensively.
Recently, Congress Treasurer Ajay Maken launched a vigorous attack against AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, labeling him as anti-national, which prompted AAP to demand an apology from Congress, escalating the political confrontation between these two allies of the INDIA bloc.
Furthermore, Prithviraj Chavan advocated for the abandonment of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in favor of a return to traditional ballot papers.
“Although some may claim EVMs are not faulty, it does not eliminate the possibility of malfunctions and rigging,” he asserted, referencing Germany’s switch back to ballot papers after years of using EVMs.
With Delhi scheduled for elections on February 5 and vote counting on February 8, the political climate is charged with anticipation and rivalry.
