Delhi Polls 2024: AAP releases its final candidate list for the Assembly elections. Arvind Kejriwal to contest from New Delhi, Atishi from Kalkaji. Check full details here.
Delhi Polls 2024: AAP Releases Final Candidate List
The Delhi polls 2024 campaign has gained momentum as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced its final list of candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will contest from the New Delhi constituency, where he has held a stronghold since 2013, while senior leader Atishi Marlena will run from Kalkaji.
Environment Minister Gopal Rai and Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj are among the key candidates looking to retain their seats, representing Babarpur and Greater Kailash, respectively. Former Health Minister Satyendar Jain will contest from Shakur Basti despite recent legal challenges.
Key Highlights of the AAP Final List
The AAP has fielded 38 candidates in its final list, strengthening its bid to retain power after a landslide victory in 2020, where it secured 62 out of 70 seats. Some key constituencies and candidates include:
- New Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal
- Kalkaji: Atishi Marlena
- Babarpur: Gopal Rai
- Greater Kailash: Saurabh Bhardwaj
- Okhla: Amanatullah Khan
- Rajinder Nagar: Durgesh Pathak
This diverse lineup represents AAP’s commitment to inclusive governance while banking on its strong administrative record in healthcare, education, and public welfare.
Challenges Ahead for AAP
The Delhi polls 2024 are expected to be fiercely contested, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress fielding strong candidates. BJP is likely to announce Parvesh Verma, son of former Delhi CM Sahib Singh Verma, for the New Delhi constituency. Meanwhile, Congress has nominated Sandeep Dikshit, son of late Sheila Dikshit, Delhi’s longest-serving CM.
Arvind Kejriwal, while releasing the candidate list, took a swipe at BJP on social media, claiming, “BJP has no CM face, no vision, and no planning for Delhi. Their only agenda is ‘Remove Kejriwal.’”
AAP’s Major Policy Announcements
As part of its campaign, the AAP has rolled out significant welfare initiatives targeting women voters. Kejriwal announced a monthly allowance scheme of ₹1,000 for women, with plans to increase it to ₹2,100 amid inflation concerns.
In a press conference, Kejriwal said, “Some women have raised concerns about inflation. Therefore, registration for the revised honorarium of ₹2,100 per month will start soon. This will better meet the financial needs of Delhi’s women.”
No Alliance with Congress
Despite being part of the INDIA bloc at the national level, AAP has ruled out any alliance with Congress for the Delhi polls 2024. Kejriwal affirmed, “AAP will fight this election on its own strength. Our focus is on delivering results for Delhi’s citizens.”
Complete List of AAP Candidates
Below is the final list of AAP candidates for key constituencies in Delhi:
| Constituency | Candidate |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | Arvind Kejriwal |
| Kalkaji | Atishi Marlena |
| Babarpur | Gopal Rai |
| Shakur Basti | Satyendar Jain |
| Rajinder Nagar | Durgesh Pathak |
| Okhla | Amanatullah Khan |
| Greater Kailash | Saurabh Bhardwaj |
| Vikaspuri | Mahinder Yadav |
| Tilak Nagar | Jarnail Singh |
Other notable candidates include Sanjeev Jha from Burari, Preeti Tomar from Tri Nagar, and Shiv Charan Goel from Moti Nagar.
AAP’s Vision for Delhi
The Delhi polls 2024 represent an opportunity for AAP to consolidate its governance model, often hailed as a benchmark for urban development. With a focus on free healthcare, education reforms, and welfare schemes, the party aims to replicate its previous successes while addressing emerging challenges like pollution and inflation.
