Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Kejriwal Promises Minister Post if AAP Wins Ludhiana Bypoll
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal said that if Sanjeev Arora wins the upcoming Ludhiana election, he will become a minister.
Kejriwal says this will help develop the area.
Opposition parties claim Kejriwal is using this to help Arora win to clear a path for Kejriwal to get into Rajya Sabha.
AAP defends their actions by pointing to their intention to serve honestly and pointing to the alleged corruption of the opposition party.
Arvind Kejriwal pledged a cabinet minister position to Sanjeev Arora.
The promise was made during a campaign for the Ludhiana West bypoll.
Kejriwal stated the bypoll is vital for constituency development.
Opposition parties suggest Kejriwal is using the bypoll to gain a Rajya Sabha seat.
AAP and Congress have traded accusations of corruption.
- Who
- Arvind Kejriwal, Sanjeev Arora, and Opposition parties
- What
- Kejriwal promised Sanjeev Arora a ministerial position.
- When
- Tuesday, during campaign
- Where
- Ludhiana West, Punjab
- Why
- To ensure development in the constituency.
Opposition Parties
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
Motives for Sanjeev Arora Candidacy
Opposition Parties
Opposition parties allege Kejriwal is fielding Arora to secure a Rajya Sabha seat for himself after losing the Delhi Assembly elections.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
AAP aims to make Ludhiana West a model constituency, with Kejriwal promising Arora a cabinet minister position if elected.
Governance and Priorities
Opposition Parties
Congress leaders criticize AAP for allegedly treating Punjab leaders as second-class citizens and prioritizing Delhi and Italy-based high command over the state’s interests.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
AAP emphasizes honest and integrity-based governance, contrasting it with alleged corruption and mafia connections during the Congress’s tenure.
- Event
- Ludhiana West Assembly by-election
- AAP Candidate
- Sanjeev Arora
- Proposed Role for Arora
- Cabinet Minister
- Bypoll Date (Implied)
- June 19
- Former MLA
- Gurpreet Gogi (AAP)
- Punjab Chief Minister
- Bhagwant Mann
