In a swift turn of events in Delhi’s political arena, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has resigned from his position. Atishi, a prominent leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been appointed as the new Chief Minister. Atishi is now the third woman to hold the Chief Minister’s office in Delhi, following Sheila Dikshit of Congress and Sushma Swaraj of BJP. Notably, Atishi is the youngest among these three women to assume the role.
Sheila Dikshit served as Delhi’s Chief Minister for 15 consecutive years, from 1998 to 2013, before AAP came to power. Sushma Swaraj held the position for a brief period of 52 days in 1998, at the age of 46. Atishi, who is 43, takes office at a younger age compared to her predecessors.
The AAP party has been under pressure following Kejriwal’s arrest, experiencing a decline in momentum and increased scrutiny. During this period, Atishi has been actively involved in leading the party and overseeing various initiatives, including educational programs in Delhi. Her background includes education from MIT and IIT, and her proactive role in the party has been instrumental.
Despite Kejriwal’s intention to return to politics, Atishi’s appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster the party’s position. Her leadership is expected to strengthen the party and address ongoing challenges. The AAP’s unanimous decision to appoint Atishi as Chief Minister underscores her importance in the party’s future.