Controversy Surrounds Arvind Kejriwal as Aide Accused of Assaulting Swati Maliwal Spotted with Chief Minister
In Short
- Arvind Kejriwal is in Lucknow for a joint press conference with INDIA bloc leaders
- Seen with Bibhav Kumar, whom Swati Maliwal accused of assault
- Sanjay Singh, AAP leader, also present
In the midst of escalating tensions, Bibhav Kumar, an aide to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, finds himself embroiled in controversy following allegations of misconduct towards Swati Maliwal, a prominent figure in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
The unfolding drama took a new turn when Kumar was sighted alongside Kejriwal at Lucknow airport, sparking further scrutiny and debate.
The saga began when Maliwal, a Rajya Sabha MP representing AAP, made startling accusations against a member of Kejriwal’s personal staff, alleging assault at the Chief Minister’s official residence.
However, the situation took a perplexing twist when the police revealed they had not received a formal complaint from Maliwal regarding the incident.
According to police reports, a PCR call was received at 9:34 am from a woman claiming to have been assaulted at the Delhi Chief Minister’s residence.
Despite this initial call, Maliwal arrived at the police station later, indicating her intention to file a complaint at a later time.
The unfolding events cast a shadow over Kejriwal’s leadership, especially as his aide’s alleged misconduct attracted significant attention.
Amidst the controversy, questions were raised about the party’s handling of the situation, particularly regarding the swift and decisive action promised by AAP leader Sanjay Singh.
The timing of Kejriwal’s visit to Lucknow raised eyebrows, coinciding with efforts by the Opposition INDIA bloc to organize a joint press conference.
The presence of key political figures such as Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alongside Kejriwal hinted at broader political implications.
Meanwhile, the BJP seized the opportunity to criticize Kejriwal’s administration, with leader Tajinder Bagga lambasting the Chief Minister for what he perceived as a lack of accountability.
Bagga’s remarks underscored the growing pressure on Kejriwal and his party to address the allegations promptly and transparently.
As the controversy surrounding Bibhav Kumar’s alleged misconduct continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Kejriwal and AAP will navigate this challenging situation amidst mounting scrutiny and political maneuvering.