After 27 years, Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has finally cracked the Delhi code, leaving the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in disarray. The landslide victory exposed AAP’s miscalculations and internal divisions, which played directly into the hands of the BJP.
One of the biggest reasons for AAP’s failure was its troubled relationship with the Congress. The Opposition’s INDIA bloc, which was supposed to counter the BJP, was marred by internal discord and mistrust. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee openly blamed AAP and Congress for the debacle in Delhi and Haryana, stating that neither party supported the other when it mattered most. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut emphasized that Mamata should still maintain dialogue with the Congress, recognizing its key role in the INDIA alliance. However, her remarks highlighted a noteworthy issue—the lack of unity among opposition parties.
AAP’s downfall in Delhi was also a result of its overconfidence and mismanagement. While Arvind Kejriwal’s party initially rose to power by positioning itself as an alternative to both Congress and BJP, it failed to maintain the momentum. Kejriwal’s frequent clashes with the Lieutenant Governor, corruption allegations, and an inability to deliver on major promises alienated voters. Additionally, AAP’s failure to coordinate with Congress in Delhi allowed BJP to sweep the elections effortlessly.
On the other hand, BJP capitalized on AAP’s mistakes. The Modi government’s focus on national security, welfare schemes, and strong leadership resonated with voters. Moreover, the disorganized opposition failed to counter BJP’s narrative effectively.
In the end, AAP’s poor strategy and internal discord handed BJP a historic victory in Delhi, marking a significant political shift in the capital.
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