Delhi Polls: Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, the Delhi Congress has expressed confidence in securing a comfortable victory, claiming that the true face of the “self-proclaimed imandar” Arvind Kejriwal has been revealed to the people of Delhi.
In a conversation with Patriot, Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee president Devender Yadav discussed several issues, including the welfare schemes the grand old party plans to introduce if voted to power in the national capital.
How much vote share do you think the Congress will regain in the upcoming assembly elections, considering that in 2020, the party only secured 4% of the votes?
Over the past decade, the Congress’s vote bank shifted to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) because they fooled the people of Delhi by claiming to be the most incorruptible party. However, the image of AAP has been tainted following numerous revelations, including those related to the Sheesh Mahal, the liquor policy, and others. Arvind Kejriwal’s false claims of being a common man have been exposed, especially after he spent a fortune on his residence.
The Congress party is confident of regaining its vote share in the upcoming elections because Delhiites know that only the Congress government works for their welfare and for the development of the city.
How many seats is the Congress party aiming to secure in the upcoming Delhi polls?
The Congress party is aiming to secure 60-62 out of the total 70 seats in the assembly elections. The people of Delhi are tired of the lies of both AAP and BJP. They fondly remember the work done by the grand old party under the leadership of Sheila Dikshit and will vote for Congress again.
Will the Congress party form an alliance with AAP post-elections in case of a hung assembly?
Mistakes only happen once! The Congress party will not form any alliance with one of the most corrupt parties—Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP—in Delhi. Any alliance with AAP is limited to the central level only. In Delhi, the grand old party will not form alliances with any party.
If the Congress party comes to power in Delhi, who will be the face of the Chief Minister’s post?
Congress is a united party, and after winning the upcoming Delhi polls, the top leadership will decide who will become the Chief Minister of Delhi. The decision of the high command will be acceptable to all the leaders of Delhi.
What is the Congress party’s plan to improve the infrastructure of the national capital?
Under the Arvind Kejriwal-led Delhi government, the infrastructure of the national capital has collapsed. No new flyovers or underpasses have been built, forcing Delhiites to endure long queues of traffic jams. During the monsoon season, half of Delhi gets inundated with overflowing drain water due to the AAP government’s failure.
The Congress party has already prepared a blueprint to improve the roads and drainage system of Delhi, ensuring that the city is free from the crises created by AAP.
AAP has failed to table the 14 CAG reports in the Delhi assembly. What is your take on this issue?
AAP came to power in the national capital by making bogus allegations of corruption against the Congress-led Delhi government, based on CAG reports. However, they are not tabling these reports in the assembly because they would expose the corruption of the “so-called imandar party”.
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The Congress party has requested the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena, to call for a special assembly session to discuss these CAG reports, but he has not responded. The BJP-appointed LG and AAP are working together behind the curtains to mislead Delhiites.
Even after announcing several welfare schemes for Delhiites, why has the Congress party not announced anything regarding the free bus scheme?
All current welfare schemes running in the national capital will remain unaffected. However, the Congress party is planning to extend free bus rides to male students, who are often compelled to spend a hefty amount on transportation while pursuing their studies in Delhi.
What do you want to say to the voters in the national capital ahead of the assembly elections?
To the voters in the national capital, I would like to extend a heartfelt appeal to consider what is truly at stake in the upcoming assembly elections. Your vote is not just a mark on a ballot; it is a powerful voice that determines the future of Delhi, the quality of life in our neighbourhoods, and the path our city takes in the years to come.
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I urge voters to prioritise the development of our beloved city when casting their vote. The Congress party has a long-standing history of understanding the aspirations of Delhiites and delivering tangible results. We recognise the unique challenges that Delhi faces—whether it’s rising pollution, traffic congestion, inadequate infrastructure, or the pressing need for better healthcare and education.
These are not just problems on paper; they are issues that affect our daily lives, our children’s future, and the overall well-being of our society. Choose Congress, and together we will build a Delhi that works for everyone.