Tue Sep 17 08:00:26 UTC 2024: ## AAP to Announce New Delhi Chief Minister Today

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is set to announce the name of the new Delhi Chief Minister today, following the resignation of Arvind Kejriwal. The announcement will be made at 12 pm after a meeting of AAP MLAs.

Kejriwal, who has been Chief Minister since 2015, submitted his resignation on Sunday, stating that he would return to the post only when people gave him a “certificate of honesty.” He is scheduled to meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at 4:30 pm to formally submit his resignation.

While Kejriwal’s departure is temporary, the party is facing a challenging decision in choosing his successor. Several names are being considered, including:

* **Kailash Gahlot:** A senior AAP leader known for his work as Delhi’s Transport Minister, particularly in improving the city’s transport infrastructure. His experience in managing large-scale projects and navigating bureaucracy could be valuable in the Chief Minister’s role.
* **Atishi:** Currently holding the highest number of portfolios among Cabinet ministers, Atishi has been a prominent figure in the party after the recent Delhi liquor case. Her experience in departments like Water, Education, and Finance makes her a strong contender.
* **Sunita Kejriwal:** Arvind Kejriwal’s wife, a former IRS officer, is another potential candidate. She has been active in the party’s Lok Sabha election campaigns and has actively defended her husband against accusations. However, as she is not currently an MLA, she would need to join the party and win an election within three months to assume the Chief Minister’s post.
* **Gopal Rai:** A seasoned politician with experience in student activism and Delhi politics, Rai is known for his connection with the working class and his focus on labor rights and environmental issues.

The decision on the new Chief Minister will be crucial for AAP, as the party prepares for the next Assembly elections.

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