In a significant development, Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, met with Uddhav Thackeray at Matoshree in Mumbai on Wednesday to seek his assistance in challenging the central government's law that restricts the transfers and postings of bureaucrats in Delhi. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has garnered support from Uddhav's Sena faction, which will also oppose the ordinance in Parliament. Following the meeting, Kejriwal expressed gratitude and emphasized the enduring relationship between them.
Accompanying Kejriwal were Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab, along with Sanjay Singh and Raghav Chadha, members of the AAP's Rajya Sabha. Delhi Minister Atishi was also present during the meeting.
Kejriwal highlighted that their powers were stripped away in 2015, and for eight years, they fought the battle in the Supreme Court. "The moment the SC made a decision, the Union government swiftly brought an ordinance and curtailed our power. This clearly indicates their lack of faith in the Supreme Court," stated Kejriwal.
Prior to the Supreme Court's ruling on May 11, all Delhi government officials were under the administrative supervision of the Lieutenant Governor concerning transfers and postings.
Kejriwal accused the BJP of using its financial influence and central agencies to destabilize the government, citing the example of the Shiv Sena rift that resulted in the downfall of the Uddhav-led government in Maharashtra. "They either orchestrate a defection or introduce an ordinance to strip us of power. They attempted 'Operation Lotus' in Delhi as well, but they failed," Kejriwal further asserted.
"I am thankful to Shiv Sena (UBT) for their support in aiding the people of Delhi. This fight is not just for Delhi but for the entire country. We must all unite and fight together," Kejriwal remarked. "Their leaders disrespect judges, and their supporters campaign against Supreme Court judges. This ordinance clearly demonstrates that they do not accept any decision made by the Supreme Court," he added.
Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray, who experienced a party split and subsequently formed a government with the BJP's assistance, stated, "We have come together to save the country and democracy. I believe we should not be referred to as opposition parties. In fact, they (Centre) should be considered the Opposition since they are against democracy and the Constitution."
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