New Delhi, (Samajweekly) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly condemned the Centre’s decision to initiate a CAG audit into the reconstruction expenses of the Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Keriwal’s residence, saying the move is aimed at diverting public attention from the alleged scams involving the Adani Group.
AAP also questioned why the Prime Minister did not order a comprehensive investigation into the Adani scams after forming a Joint Parliamentary Committee.
The party went on to say that the CAG should also conduct a thorough investigation into the ‘chanda (donation) scam’ in Ayodhya’s Ram temple.
“The concocted allegations, ranging from the so-called liquor scam to the alleged irregularities in the reconstruction of the CM’s residence, are part of a carefully orchestrated drama designed to divert public attention from the massive scams involving the Adani Group, which continue unabated under the protective umbrella of the Prime Minister,” AAP said.
AAP also said that the BJP knows it is going to lose the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and hence it is resorting to such tactics, which shows its desperation and frustration.
“This move by the Modi government reeks of desperation as the BJP anticipates an inevitable defeat in the 2024 general elections. Regarding the CAG inquiry into the reconstruction expenses of the Chief Minister’s residence, it is important to note that it was already conducted last year, revealing no evidence of financial irregularities,” said AAP.
The AAP also accused the BJP of violating constitutional principles by interfering in the affairs of Delhi government.
“The decision to initiate the same CAG investigation once again is a clear reflection of the BJP’s frustration, paranoia, and authoritarian tendencies. Conducting a CAG inquiry is a prerogative of an elected government, and by interfering in the affairs of the Delhi government, the Centre is violating constitutional principles,” AAP said.
AAP also said it is evident that the BJP, troubled by its consecutive electoral defeats in Delhi, is not only tarnishing the reputation of the Kejriwal government, but also engaging in clandestine efforts to undermine the established power structure.
“This systematic targeting of opposition leaders one after another reveals the underlying agenda of the BJP. Moreover, the CAG or other Central agencies should also conduct thorough investigations into the Vyapam scam in Madhya Pradesh, the ‘chanda’ scam in Ram temple, and the various scandals involving the Chief Minister of Assam. In reality, the BJP, under the guise of seeking revenge, is inadvertently orchestrating its own downfall through such chaotic and ill-conceived actions,” AAP added.
