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Naresh Yadav, AAP MLA from Mehrauli, resigns from party ahead of Delhi elections

Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: AAP MLA Naresh Yadav resigned ahead of Delhi elections 2025. The Mehrauli legislator, convicted in the 2016 Quran desecration case, was replaced by Mahender Chaudhary as AAP's candidate.

Naresh Yadav, AAP MLA from Mehrauli, resigns from party ahead of Delhi elections
Naresh Yadav, AAP MLA from Mehrauli, resigns from party ahead of Delhi elections Image Source : x/@SevadalSMB
Edited By: Nitin Kumar @Niitz1
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Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: In a significant political development, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Naresh Yadav has resigned from the party just months ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. Yadav, who represents the Mehrauli constituency, announced his resignation on Friday, dealing a fresh blow to AAP's election preparations.

Background of the Quran Desecration Case

The case dates back to June 24, 2016, when torn pages of the Quran were found scattered on a road in Malerkotla, Punjab. The incident sparked violent protests, with vehicles being torched by an angry mob. Yadav was among four individuals arrested in connection with the sacrilege case.

In March 2021, a lower court acquitted Yadav, but the complainant later challenged the acquittal, leading to his conviction in 2024.

AAP finalises candidate list ahead of Delhi elections

With the Delhi Assembly elections set for February next year, AAP has now announced all 70 candidates for the upcoming polls. The party’s decision to replace Yadav reflects its efforts to maintain its image while gearing up for a high-stakes electoral battle.

Background of the Quran desecration case

The incident is reported to have occurred on June 24, 2016, when torn pages of the Quran were found scattered on a road in Malerkotla, Punjab. The incident sparked violent protests, and a mob torched several vehicles. Yadav was among four individuals arrested in connection with the sacrilege case.

In March 2021, Yadav was acquitted by a lower court, but the complainant challenged this acquittal, and Yadav was convicted in 2024.

Also read | Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Every family saves Rs 25,000 monthly due to AAP govt's schemes, claims Kejriwal

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