Tue Sep 17 07:05:40 UTC 2024: ## Kejriwal Resigns as Delhi CM Amidst Corruption Case, Triggers Uncertainty Over Future Leadership
Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has announced his resignation following his release on bail in an excise policy corruption case. This move has ignited uncertainty about the future of the Delhi government, prompting questions about who will lead the administration until new elections are held.
As per procedure, a caretaker government led by another AAP leader will take over until elections take place. The current term of the Delhi Assembly is scheduled to expire on February 11, 2025, but Kejriwal has called for early elections in November, coinciding with the Maharashtra Assembly polls. He hopes this will allow the people of Delhi to judge his honesty.
The BJP has welcomed the challenge of early elections. Meanwhile, Kejriwal is currently engaging with AAP members to select a new Chief Minister. While speculation surrounding the next leader is rife, the feasibility of November elections remains uncertain. The Election Commission of India has less than two months to advance the schedule and finalize preparations for such a move.
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