Breaking: Atishi Named as Delhi’s New Interim Chief Minister

In a significant political development, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi has been chosen as the new interim Chief Minister of Delhi. This decision comes after Arvind Kejriwal announced his resignation from the post amid ongoing legal challenges related to the excise policy case.

Key Points:

• Atishi, a prominent AAP leader and current Delhi minister, will take over as interim CM
• Arvind Kejriwal is expected to formally resign at 4:30 PM after meeting with the Lieutenant Governor
• The change in leadership comes five months before the scheduled Delhi Assembly elections

Atishi’s appointment was unanimously agreed upon by AAP MLAs after Kejriwal proposed her name as his successor. She currently oversees 14 key portfolios in the Delhi government, including Education, Finance, and Public Works Department.

Atishi’s Background:

• First-time MLA from Kalkaji constituency
• Known for her work in education reform alongside former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia
• Holds two master’s degrees from Oxford University

What’s Next:

• Kejriwal will meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to tender his resignation
• The proposal for Atishi’s appointment will be sent to President Droupadi Murmu for approval
• Once approved, Atishi will take oath as the interim Chief Minister

This transition marks a significant moment in Delhi’s political landscape, with Atishi set to become the third woman Chief Minister of the national capital after Sushma Swaraj and Sheila Dikshit.The AAP government faces the challenge of maintaining continuity in governance while preparing for the upcoming Assembly elections. Atishi’s experience and close association with the party’s key initiatives, particularly in education, are expected to play a crucial role in this interim period.Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.