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The political landscape in Delhi has taken a dramatic turn as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has vowed to challenge the recent Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) standing committee election result in the Supreme Court. This move comes after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured the lone vacant seat in the committee, sparking a fierce backlash from the AAP, who allege the election process was marred by illegalities and unconstitutional practices.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi, in a scathing critique of the BJP, declared the election process to be “illegal, unconstitutional, and undemocratic.” She pointed out that the election deviated from the established rules and regulations outlined in the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act 1957. According to Atishi, the regulations stipulate that elections should take place within a Corporation meeting, with the Mayor solely responsible for determining the date, time, and location of the meeting. Moreover, she emphasized that the DMC Act mandates the Mayor to act as the presiding officer during meetings, with the Deputy Mayor taking over in the Mayor's absence. Atishi stressed that the BJP's disregard for these legal provisions demonstrated their blatant disregard for the constitution, laws, and the very foundation of democracy.
Atishi further criticized the role of the Lieutenant Governor (LG), accusing him of exceeding his authority by ordering the election despite lacking the necessary power. She argued that the BJP's pattern of using the “chor darwaza” (thief's door) to gain power is not new, citing instances of the party manipulating elections through Operation Lotus, buying MLAs, and using pressure tactics from agencies like the CBI and ED in states like Maharashtra, Goa, and Manipur. The AAP's determination to challenge the election in the Supreme Court underscores their belief that the process was fundamentally flawed and contravened the spirit of democratic principles.
This development raises concerns about the future of the MCD and the larger implications for democratic processes in Delhi. The Supreme Court's decision on the matter will have significant ramifications for both the AAP and the BJP, potentially shaping the political dynamics in the capital city for the foreseeable future. The case is likely to be closely watched by political observers across the country, as it sets a precedent for how legal challenges to election outcomes are handled in India.
Source: AAP to move Supreme Court against BJP's win in MCD standing committee: Delhi CM Atishi