Criticising the BJP of playing ‘low level politics’ by allegedly trying to lure its MlAs by offering them money, the Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday ruled out siding with any party and declared it wanted fresh elections in the Capital. In a meeting convened by AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, the party also stood in support of its party leader Somnath Bharti and said it would take the court’s decision to the people to gauge their opinion on the issue.
Accusing the BJP of poaching its legislators, the AAP demanded immediate dissolution of Delhi Assembly and announcement of fresh polls. “BJP has been trying to lure our MlAs by offering money and posts for the last few days. A leader of Shiromani Akali Dal and a person identifying himself as a lawyer and an active BJP member have been instrumental in this. These people have been contacting AAP MlAs, but to no avail. All the MlAs reported the matter to party’s central leadership,” a resolution adopted by AAP said. Earlier in day, AAP MlA from Rohini, Rajesh Garg alleged that he was approached by some BJP men thrice since the last three days to quit the party. AAP MlA from Trilokpuri Raju Dhingan also levelled similar allegations.
The party also gave a clear indication that it stood firmly with former Delhi law Minister Somnath Bharti in the midnight raid in Khirki extension case. “Bharti raised his voice against ongoing sex and drug trade in Khirki extension area and launched a struggle against it. We shall respect the court verdict. At the same time, we shall also go to the people of Delhi with issue and will respect their verdict on the issue,” the resolution said. It also targeted the BJP over inflation and said AAP had managed to contain inflation within 10 days of coming to power.