AAP’s Atishi claims Delhi Police raided Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann’s residence, but EC Denies

The political scene in Delhi has heated up with fresh allegations from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has claimed that officials from the Election Commission of India (ECI) and Delhi Police conducted a raid on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s residence in Kapurthala House, Delhi. This accusation comes amidst the fervor of the upcoming Delhi Assembly Elections, where Mann has been actively campaigning for AAP.

Atishi took to social media, stating, “Delhi Police has reached to raid Bhagwant Mann ji’s house in Delhi. BJP people are distributing money, shoes, sheets in broad daylight – that is not visible. Instead they go to raid the residence of an elected Chief Minister.” This statement was part of a broader narrative of AAP’s clash with BJP and Congress, especially during election times.

However, the Election Commission has swiftly refuted these claims, clarifying through sources that any raids are typically conducted by investigative agencies, not by the ECI itself. They emphasized that their mandate does not include direct involvement in investigative procedures.

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This incident unfolds against a backdrop of political tension, particularly after AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal accused Haryana of poisoning the Yamuna River, a claim that has stirred controversy and led to a direct retort from BJP and Congress leaders, including PM Narendra Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah. The ECI has asked Kejriwal to substantiate his allegations with factual evidence by January 31, highlighting the seriousness with which they are treating the matter.

Kejriwal responded to the commission’s notice with a bold statement, accusing the ECI of bias and even suggesting that the Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, might be seeking a post-retirement job. He further challenged Kumar to contest in Delhi’s elections and promised to send him samples of the contaminated water.

The political drama escalated further when a court in Haryana’s Sonipat issued a notice to Kejriwal regarding his river contamination claims, setting a date for him to appear on February 17.

This series of events showcases the intense political maneuvering and the high stakes involved in the Delhi elections. With allegations flying and denials following, the public and political analysts are keenly observing how these developments might influence voter sentiment and the electoral outcome on February 5. The narrative around democracy, accountability, and the role of election commissions in maintaining fairness is central to this unfolding story.