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BJP gears up for MCD mayor poll as AAP stays out and electoral math favors victory

BJP gears up for MCD mayor poll as AAP stays out and electoral math favors victory

Ahead of the MCD mayoral polls on April 29, BJP MPs including Swati Maliwal met to finalize their strategy. AAP has opted out, while Congress has fielded a candidate. BJP’s Pravesh Wahi is widely seen as having an edge because the party holds a majority in the electoral college, with campaigns centered on administrative efficiency and civic projects.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Swati Maliwal quits AAP joins BJP pledges to work for Delhi with BJP leadership present

Swati Maliwal quits AAP joins BJP pledges to work for Delhi with BJP leadership present

Former AAP leader Swati Maliwal has formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in the presence of Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva. She said the move was inspired by BJP’s work, while accusing the Aam Aadmi Party of mismanagement and corruption over the past decade. Maliwal thanked BJP leadership and pledged to focus on Delhi’s needs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026

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BJP hits back at Kejriwal over Justice Sharma letter alleging fear driven politics

BJP hits back at Kejriwal over Justice Sharma letter alleging fear driven politics

Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva sharply criticized Arvind Kejriwal’s letter to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. Kejriwal said his concerns relate to impartiality in the excise policy case, but the BJP dismissed the move as political theatrics and an attempt to dodge consequences. The exchange signals fresh escalation in the Delhi politics crackdown narrative.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Raghav Chadha quits AAP and fires back with three choices calling the party corrupt and toxic

Raghav Chadha quits AAP and fires back with three choices calling the party corrupt and toxic

Three days after leaving Aam Aadmi Party for BJP, former AAP leader Raghav Chadha delivered his first detailed defence, framing himself as the “right man in the wrong party.” He claims he was silenced inside AAP, alleges corruption at the top, and argues that multiple dissenters can’t all be mistaken despite his high-profile exit.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 27 Apr 2026
AAP says Sheesh Mahal images are fake sourced from Pinterest dares Delhi CM tour

AAP says Sheesh Mahal images are fake sourced from Pinterest dares Delhi CM tour

AAP fired back after BJP shared alleged “Sheesh Mahal” images linked to Arvind Kejriwal, calling them fake and saying they were sourced from Pinterest. The party escalated the dispute by challenging Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and the LG to open their own homes for public comparison. The back-and-forth is set to deepen the political optics around housing allegations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 25 Apr 2026
Sanjay Singh threatens defamation case over fake Sheesh Mahal pics, escalating Kejriwal residence row

Sanjay Singh threatens defamation case over fake Sheesh Mahal pics, escalating Kejriwal residence row

AAP leader Sanjay Singh has threatened a defamation lawsuit against Delhi minister Parvesh Verma and media outlets, alleging that viral photos of Arvind Kejriwal’s new residence are fake. Verma had claimed the bungalow is a “Sheesh Mahal 2” built using private funds. Singh also challenged the BJP and LG to open their homes for public inspection.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026

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AAP Rebel MPs Quit Party and Formally Join BJP in Delhi Ceremony

AAP Rebel MPs Quit Party and Formally Join BJP in Delhi Ceremony

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs who quit the party on Friday have officially joined the BJP. The defection includes Raghav Chadha, Ashok Mittal, Sandeep Pathak, Harbhajan Singh, Vikram Sahney, Swati Maliwal and Rajendra Gupta. BJP welcomed them at its Delhi headquarters with flowers and sweets, underscoring the political shift ahead of the next phase of campaigning and parliamentary battles.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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