The political landscape in Delhi is undergoing a major upheaval as Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal faces mounting allegations of corruption. The much-anticipated presentation of the 14 pending Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports on February 25 is expected to expose significant financial irregularities, intensifying scrutiny on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.
Ministers Take Charge: Cracking Down on Corruption
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration has mobilized a team of dedicated ministers to investigate corruption across various departments. The proactive approach taken by the newly appointed Delhi ministers suggests that the government is determined to hold Kejriwal and his associates accountable.
PWD Minister Pravesh Verma conducted inspections of multiple development projects, reviewed files, and issued strict directives to officials.
Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh visited a hospital and prioritized an investigation into the Mohalla Clinic Scheme, which has been plagued with allegations of financial mismanagement.
Other key ministers, including Ashish Sood, Kapil Mishra, and Manjinder Singh Sirsa, have begun scrutinizing old files and identifying potential irregularities.
Two Major Government Priorities
The Modi-led central government has outlined two primary objectives:
Transforming Delhi into a world-class capital city through enhanced governance and infrastructure development.
Conducting an aggressive anti-corruption campaign targeting financial mismanagement, with a particular focus on Kejriwal and his team.
Each minister has been assigned specific departments and is expected to review past transactions and decision-making processes. Pravesh Verma, for instance, has been instructed to scrutinize all PWD-related files within a month to identify any misuse of public funds.
The Role of the CAG Report: A Legal Battle Ahead?
The CAG report, which holds legal weight as evidence in court, is expected to uncover 14 high-profile scams linked to the AAP government. These revelations could lead to severe legal consequences for several former AAP ministers and officials.
Among those facing scrutiny is Atishi Marlena, whose records are being meticulously reviewed. Reports suggest that ministers have been working late into the night, analyzing key documents to identify inconsistencies.
Investigating Delhi’s Mohalla Clinics
One of the major concerns in the corruption probe is the Mohalla Clinic Scheme—a flagship healthcare initiative of the AAP government. Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh has directed a thorough review of the clinics, focusing on:
The total number of operational clinics vs. those only on paper.
Whether these clinics are located on government or private land and the corresponding rent payments.
Potential fraudulent billing practices, including fake patient records and fake prescriptions.
The quality of medicines supplied—reports suggest that 40% of distributed medicines may be substandard.
AAP’s Leadership Struggles Amid Internal Turmoil
As the investigation intensifies, internal power struggles within the AAP have begun surfacing. Speculation is rife that Kejriwal is keen on preventing any strong leader from emerging as his successor. Meanwhile, Manish Sisodia, another key figure in AAP, has been actively engaging in political maneuvering in Punjab, reportedly attempting to influence leadership decisions there.
Legal and Political Consequences for AAP
With the Delhi Assembly session set to commence on February 24, tensions are expected to escalate. The newly elected MLAs will be sworn in, followed by the Speaker’s election in the afternoon. On February 25, the CAG report will be formally presented, potentially leading to heated debates and disruptions in the Assembly.
As corruption investigations continue to gain traction, several of Kejriwal’s close allies may face legal proceedings in the coming weeks. If significant evidence of wrongdoing emerges, AAP’s political future could be in jeopardy.
A Defining Moment in Delhi’s Politics
The coming weeks will be crucial for the political landscape of Delhi. With corruption allegations mounting, high-profile investigations underway, and legal actions looming, the Kejriwal-led AAP government faces its most challenging period yet. The Modi administration’s resolve to implement governance reforms while simultaneously cracking down on corruption signals a decisive shift in Delhi’s administration. As the investigations unfold, Delhi’s political future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear—accountability and transparency will be at the centre of the upcoming political discourse.
Discover more from
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.