Arvind Kejriwal says ‘BJP hates Delhi’; police use water cannons on protesters as row over Purvanchal voters escalates | Latest News India

Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing them of turning Delhi into the “crime capital of India”. Addressing a rally ahead of the February 5 Delhi election, the AAP national convenor alleged that BJP’s neglect and “hatred” towards Delhi are the reasons they haven’t been in power in the city for 25 years.

Highlighting issues like robberies, chain snatchings, and gang wars, Arvind Kejriwal claimed it has become unsafe for women to step out of their homes.

Kejriwal assured Delhi residents that if the AAP forms the government, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) will receive funds to hire private security guards, aiming to enhance safety without replacing the police force.

He also criticised the BJP for its tactics, labelling it as a “dharna party” and accusing it of dividing voters from Purvanchal under the guise of Rohingya issues.

Meanwhile, BJP workers staged a protest outside Arvind Kejriwal’s residence on Feroze Shah Road, condemning his remarks on Purvanchal voters. The police had to deploy water cannons to disperse the demonstrators, escalating the political tension in the capital.