The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had initially decided that only Atishi would be sworn in, however, it was later determined that her council of ministers would also take the oath.
In Jammu and Kashmir's election campaign, candidates from multiple parties, including the BJP, PDP, and NC are facing scrutiny over their past connections to militancy. The ongoing tensions highlight a complex political landscape where former militants seek to redefine their roles in local politics.
The oath ceremony of the new chief minister and her cabinet is likely to be held at Raj Niwas and expected to be a "low-key affair" in view of the circumstances of Arvind Kejriwal's resignation.
Delhi news: The new chief minister will prove majority of her government in the Delhi Assembly and its session has been called by the ruling AAP dispensation on September 26-27.
The oath ceremony of the new chief minister is likely to be held at Raj Niwas and expected to be a "low-key affair" in view of the circumstances of Arvind Kejriwal's resignation.
Atishi has played a significant role in shaping various initiatives, particularly in the education and public health sectors.
Swati Maliwal, a fierce critic of Atishi, has been hurling allegation at the Delhi CM designate and her family since AAP announced her name of Delhi top post.
Sanjay Singh also said that Arvind Kejriwal resigned from his post on September 17 and the people of Delhi are angry with this decision. They are furious that an honest CM has resigned.
According to police, Delhi's chief minister is entitled to 'Z' category security cover including 22 personnel in shifts.
During the Delhi liquor scam case, when both Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia were imprisoned, Atishi took charge of the party's operations. She managed the responsibilities of governance and party organisation in their absence, effectively countering opposition challenges and maintaining party morale.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal resigned on Tuesday, paving the way for his party colleague Atishi to take over. Kejriwal announced that he would seek justice from the court of people in Delhi, demanding an early election.
Arvind Kejriwal personally proposed Atishi's name, and the party unanimously backed the decision. Atishi’s main responsibilities will include continuing key policies and safeguarding the government’s work from opposition interference.
Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and three-time Chief Minister of Delhi, has officially tendered his resignation. Kejriwal cited personal reasons for his departure but did not elaborate on the specifics.
Within an hour of the announcement of Atishi's name as the next Delhi Chief Minister, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal termed it a sad day for Delhi and added that 'it is also a matter of national security.'
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