Arvind Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi, has launched a sharp rebuttal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the latter accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of corruption and labeled it as “AAPda” (disaster). Kejriwal’s response focuses on pointing out the real “disaster” within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), emphasizing the party’s internal flaws and leadership crisis.
BJP’s Leadership Crisis
Kejriwal’s first point of criticism centered around the BJP’s leadership vacuum. He declared, “The disaster isn’t in Delhi; it’s within the BJP,” pointing out that the party has no clear Chief Ministerial face for Delhi. Kejriwal stressed that the lack of a strong leadership figure weakens the BJP’s position as it heads into elections, making it harder for the party to rally voters around a unified vision.
Lack of Direction and Agenda for Delhi
Building on his critique, Kejriwal stated that the BJP has no compelling narrative or agenda for Delhi. He accused the party of failing to offer solutions for the city’s challenges and emphasized that, unlike the AAP, the BJP has no specific plans to address issues such as housing, healthcare, and education in Delhi. This criticism underlined the BJP’s struggle to provide a coherent vision for the future of the national capital.
Modi’s Corruption Accusations Against AAP
The verbal battle began after PM Modi accused the AAP government of being embroiled in multiple scams, including a liquor scam, school scam, and pollution scam. Modi, during his inauguration of a housing project in Delhi, declared that AAP’s corruption is evident and even publicized. He referred to the situation as a “disaster” for the city, highlighting the alleged corruption within the party.
Kejriwal Responds: A Dig at Modi’s Luxurious Lifestyle
Kejriwal was quick to respond to Modi’s criticisms, particularly the Prime Minister’s mention of building a “sheeshmahal” (glass palace). In a sharp retort, Kejriwal pointed out the contradiction in Modi’s words. “Mention of a sheeshmahal doesn’t sound appropriate coming from someone who built a house worth Rs 2,700 crore for himself, flies on a plane worth Rs 8,400 crore, and wears suits worth Rs 10 lakh,” Kejriwal remarked. This pointed reference to Modi’s luxurious lifestyle was aimed at questioning the Prime Minister’s credibility when discussing issues like poverty and housing.
Housing Crisis: BJP’s Unfulfilled Promises
Kejriwal’s most significant critique was aimed at the BJP’s failure to deliver on its housing promises. He reminded the public that in 2020, PM Modi had promised pucca (permanent) houses for all residents of Delhi by 2022. Yet, according to Kejriwal, only a meager 4,700 homes had been delivered in five years. Kejriwal called out the BJP for failing to live up to its promises, emphasizing that the housing crisis in Delhi remains unresolved.
“In 2020, the PM promised homes for everyone in Delhi by 2022. Today, in 2025, he has handed over keys to 1,700 homes and previously gave keys to 3,000 houses in Kalkaji. That’s 4,700 homes in five years,” Kejriwal pointed out, showing the gap between promises and delivery.
Stark Reality of Delhi’s Housing Crisis
Kejriwal painted a grim picture of the housing situation in Delhi, pointing out that the city has over 4 lakh slums and that approximately 15 lakh people need homes. “It seems their manifesto was meant for 200 years, not five,” Kejriwal quipped, criticizing the BJP for not being able to address the vast gap in housing supply despite their promises.
Criticism of Modi’s Speech
Kejriwal also accused PM Modi of focusing the majority of his speech on attacking the Delhi government instead of addressing the city’s issues. He pointed out that 39 minutes of Modi’s 43-minute speech were dedicated to criticizing the AAP government. In contrast, Kejriwal claimed that if given the opportunity, he could easily fill hours detailing the development work his government has carried out in Delhi.
Political Battle for Delhi’s Future
This exchange between Kejriwal and Modi highlights the political intensity surrounding the upcoming Delhi elections. As both leaders continue to target each other on issues of corruption, leadership, and housing, it will be interesting to see how Delhi voters react. Kejriwal’s critiques of the BJP’s failure to deliver on promises, particularly housing, and his pointed rebuttals to Modi’s accusations may influence public opinion as the election season unfolds.
Conclusion: A Bitter Political Showdown
In conclusion, Arvind Kejriwal’s response to PM Modi’s “AAPda” allegations has presented a strong challenge to the BJP. By focusing on the party’s leadership struggles, failure to address Delhi’s housing crisis, and internal contradictions, Kejriwal has turned the tables in this verbal battle. As the electoral battle heats up, the focus will remain on governance, promises, and the future of Delhi’s residents. The AAP is positioning itself as a solution to the city’s pressing issues, while the BJP continues to struggle with accountability and delivery.
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