With the change of government in Delhi, a shift in administrative decisions is also being observed. Sources indicate that the new BJP government has initiated a review of cases filed against the Lieutenant Governor (LG) and is preparing to withdraw several of them.
New Delhi: Following the change in government in Delhi, alterations in administrative decisions are becoming apparent. Sources suggest that the new BJP government has commenced a review of cases filed against the Lieutenant Governor (LG), with preparations underway to withdraw several. While no official announcement has been made, discussions on this issue are expected to take place in the assembly soon.
Why was there a conflict between the AAP government and the LG?
The relationship between Delhi's former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government and the Lieutenant Governor was always strained. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his government repeatedly questioned the LG's authority. Disagreements openly surfaced, particularly regarding file approvals, appointments of officials, transfers, and administrative decisions.
The AAP government frequently approached the courts, demanding legal intervention against the LG. Now, following the change in power, discussions are underway to withdraw these cases.
What will the opposition say?
The BJP government believes that these cases were driven more by political malice than administrative necessity. The government wants to avoid wasting time and resources on unnecessary legal battles. Therefore, these cases are being reviewed to determine which ones should be withdrawn. If the BJP government withdraws the cases against the LG, the opposition, particularly the AAP, could use this issue as a major political weapon. The Aam Aadmi Party has already accused the LG of acting at the behest of the BJP government. This decision could therefore be portrayed as a "BJP-LG alliance".
Will all cases be withdrawn?
Currently, it's unclear whether the government will withdraw all cases or only review selected ones. This issue may be debated during the assembly session, where the opposition is likely to raise it vigorously. It remains to be seen how the BJP government justifies this decision and the extent to which the opposition attempts to capitalize on it.
