AAP minister Raaj Kumar Anand resigns from govt, party citing corruption

Raaj Kumar Anand, Delhi’s Social Welfare Minister, announced his resignation from both his ministerial position and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday, accusing the party of corruption. His departure adds to the challenges faced by the party, particularly with its convener and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal currently incarcerated in connection with an alleged liquor scam. Anand stated that he could not continue working within a government he perceives as corrupt and does not wish to be associated with such practices. He also criticized Kejriwal’s leadership, contrasting his earlier promises of political change with the current state of affairs.

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Residence of Raaj Kumar Anand Raided in Unrelated Money Laundering Case

In November 2023, the Enforcement Directorate conducted a raid on the residence of Raaj Kumar Anand as part of a money laundering investigation, unrelated to the ongoing liquor probe. Prior to his resignation, Anand shared a press conference by AAP MP Sanjay Singh on social media. He expressed his political aspirations rooted in the principles of Babasaheb Ambedkar, aiming to contribute to society. Anand cited his dissatisfaction with the Aam Aadmi Party’s stance on Dalit representation as a reason for his resignation, affirming his decision not to join any other political party. Meanwhile, Delhi Minister Atishi alleged that the BJP was attempting to dismantle the AAP, a claim disputed by BJP leaders who subsequently took legal action against her.

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