"Delhi Election Drama: AAP Accuses BJP's Parvesh Verma of Cash Bribery, Former MP Fires Back"

The Aam Aadmi Party has accused BJP leader Parvesh Verma of offering ₹1,100 to women voters in Arvind Kejriwal's New Delhi constituency, alleging attempts to influence electoral outcomes through cash incentives.

On Wednesday, Atishi, the Chief Minister of Delhi, made serious allegations against Parvesh Verma, a prominent figure within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). During a press conference, she claimed that Verma was engaged in the illicit distribution of cash aimed at influencing voters in the New Delhi constituency, which is represented by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal.

Atishi asserted that women from nearby slum areas received ₹1,100 at Verma’s residence situated at Windsor Place. She further alleged that as part of this questionable practice, the voter ID information of these women was being meticulously recorded.

“The BJP is actively distributing cash while verifying voter identities in the New Delhi assembly constituency, where Arvind Kejriwal is a candidate,” Atishi remarked, revealing that Verma had been caught in the act of handing out envelopes containing money. She explained that women from various slums were summoned to his official residence specifically for this purpose.

In a parallel accusation, Kejriwal also expressed concerns earlier in the day, noting that women voters were reportedly being offered the same amount in an attempt to sway their voting decisions. He conveyed this information through a post on X, stating, “I have just returned from several neighborhoods in my New Delhi Vidhan Sabha constituency. Across all areas, residents reported that cash is being used visibly to buy votes. They are distributing ₹1,100 per vote, yet individuals are indicating they will accept the money without intending to vote for them.”

Kejriwal’s criticisms didn't stop there. He raised the concern regarding the BJP's alleged plans to position Verma as their candidate for Chief Minister. He questioned whether the citizens of Delhi would accept someone with such questionable ethics as their potential leader.

In response to these serious allegations, Parvesh Verma vehemently denied any wrongdoing. He clarified that the cash distribution was a charitable initiative linked to 'Rashtriya Swabhiman,' a non-governmental organization established by his late father, Sahib Singh Verma, who also served as Chief Minister of Delhi.

Verma expressed that his motives stemmed from genuine concern for the welfare of women, stating, “I witness the struggles faced by these women that Arvind Kejriwal has overlooked for over a decade. They have been subjected to hardships, and I decided to provide them with ₹1,100 each month to offer some relief.” He further defended his actions, stating, “At least I’m not distributing alcohol like Arvind Kejriwal. I take pride in my efforts to assist these individuals.”

Verma elaborated on the activities of Rashtriya Swabhiman, sharing that the organization has been instrumental in rehabilitating communities affected by natural disasters, including the reconstruction of two villages in Gujarat devastated by an earthquake and four villages in Odisha that were destroyed by a cyclone.

This unfolding situation highlights the ongoing tension and allegations within the political landscape of Delhi, reflecting a deeper struggle for power and public support. With the elections approaching, both parties are clearly ramping up their campaigns, utilizing varied strategies to garner favor among the electorate.