Delhi Results: 'Arvind Kejriwal Overwhelmed By Money Power, Ignored My Advice', Says Anna Hazare
While the counting of votes for the Delhi assembly election was underway, Anna Hazare slammed Arvind Kejriwal, saying he ignored his advice and prioritised liquor policy, leading to corruption.
On trends suggesting a win for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) amid the counting of votes for the Delhi assembly elections, social activist Anna Hazare on Saturday said Aam Aadmi Party convenor and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal did not pay heed to what he told him and only focussed on liquor.
“I have always said that a candidate’s conduct and thoughts should be pure, life should be without blame, and sacrifice should be there. These qualities let voters have faith in him," Hazare said.
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“I told this to Arvind Kejriwal but he did not pay heed, and finally, he focused on liquor. Why did this issue arise? He was overwhelmed by money power," the activist said.
Anna Hazare’s remark came after nearly four hours of vote counting, following which the trends showed the saffron party returning to power in the national capital after more than 26 years with a decisive mandate.
The AAP, meanwhile, continued to stay in close contention, with both parties leading in over 30 seats each.
By 11.30 am, BJP supporters erupted in celebration outside its Delhi headquarters, dancing to the beats of ‘dhol’ and waving party flags, creating a festive atmosphere.
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