ED arrests Sanjay Singh:
In a dramatic turn of events, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) found itself embroiled in a bitter confrontation with the Delhi police over the arrest of their leader, Sanjay Singh, by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Delhi Excise Policy scam. Simultaneously, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a visit to Rajasthan to inaugurate multi-crore projects. This article delves into the contrasting developments and reactions surrounding these incidents.
AAP Workers Clash with Delhi Police
Amid Sanjay Singh’s Arrest Protest On Thursday, AAP workers clashed with Delhi police during a protest organized in response to the arrest of AAP MP Sanjay Singh. The arrest, carried out by the ED, was linked to the alleged Delhi Excise Policy scam.
On the same day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his way to Rajasthan, which is gearing up for upcoming elections, to launch a series of ambitious projects. These projects encompass various sectors, including road, rail, aviation, health, and higher education, with a total estimated cost of around Rs 5,000 crore.
AAP’s Protest Outside BJP Headquarters
The AAP responded to Sanjay Singh’s arrest by holding a protest outside the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in the national capital. The party’s message was clear: they believed the arrest was politically motivated and aimed at influencing the upcoming elections.
Accusations and Counter-
The arrest of Sanjay Singh led to a war of words between the AAP and the BJP. Sambit Patra, the BJP spokesperson, accused the AAP of openly engaging in corruption and playing politics when confronted with allegations. This war of words highlighted the deep political divide between the two parties.
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti weighed in on the controversy, accusing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of becoming the “right hand” of the BJP. Mufti criticized the government’s performance on various fronts, suggesting that the ED’s actions were part of a broader pattern of political maneuvering.
Conclusion:
The arrest of AAP leader Sanjay Singh and the subsequent protests and accusations have created a political storm in Delhi. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Rajasthan to launch significant projects adds another layer of significance to the ongoing political developments. The coming days may see further twists and turns in this high-stakes political drama.
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