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The crime branch of the Delhi Police visited the residence of Minister Atishi on Sunday, delivering a notice linked to the ongoing investigation into the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) claims of BJP poaching attempts. This development follows a similar notice served to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal the previous day.
The Delhi Police’s crime branch paid a visit to Minister Atishi’s residence to serve a notice in connection with the AAP’s accusations that the BJP sought to poach seven AAP MLAs. Although Atishi was reportedly not present at home during the visit, the notice awaited her return, or it was anticipated to be delivered to her Officer on Special Duty (OSD).
#WATCH | A team of Delhi Police Crime Branch officials arrive at the residence of Delhi Minister and AAP leader Atishi
Police officials are here to serve notice in connection with Aam Aadmi Party's allegation against BJP "of trying to buy AAP MLAs". pic.twitter.com/nHCj1GSCAs
— ANI (@ANI) February 4, 2024
Continuation of political drama
This visit to Atishi’s residence comes after a day of political drama, where Delhi Police served a notice to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, seeking a response within three days regarding the AAP’s claims. The crime branch has asked Kejriwal to disclose the names of the AAP MLAs alleged to have been approached by the BJP.
Previous drama at Kejriwal’s residence
On the previous day, a five-hour drama unfolded at Chief Minister Kejriwal’s residence as the crime branch attempted to deliver the notice related to the investigation. Kejriwal, in a social media post, expressed sympathy for the police officers involved, stating that they are being forced into a theatrical display instead of focusing on their duty to combat crime in Delhi.
The recent developments stem from Kejriwal’s accusations that the BJP offered Rs 25 crore each to seven AAP MLAs to defect and topple his government. Minister Atishi, in response, alleged in a press conference that the BJP initiated “Operation Lotus 2.0” in Delhi. The BJP, in turn, approached the Delhi Police, seeking an investigation into these allegations.
Ongoing tensions and political maneuvering
The escalating tensions between the AAP and BJP highlight the intense political maneuvering in the capital. As police investigations unfold, the city witnesses a complex interplay of accusations, counterclaims, and a high-stakes political environment.
