Kejriwal Joins Opposition Chorus Against Delimitation Bill
AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the proposed delimitation bill, calling it an “assault on democracy” and warning that it would unfairly impact the southern states.
Speaking in Chennai, Kejriwal said that opposition parties were united in resisting the move, arguing that the bill would create political imbalance and discriminate against states in the south.
“We are all together in opposing the delimitation bill as it is an assault on democracy and we strongly oppose it. The Southern states would be discriminated,” Kejriwal said.
Open Support for MK Stalin
During the interaction, Kejriwal openly praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, signalling strong political solidarity between opposition parties ahead of upcoming electoral battles.
He said Stalin’s governance deserved support and appreciation.
“I think he is doing very good work, and anyone who is doing good work should be supported,” Kejriwal said.
The endorsement is being seen as a major political message, especially as opposition parties continue efforts to strengthen alliances in key states.
Kejriwal’s backing of Stalin also reinforces the opposition’s united front against the BJP in the south.
“BJP Has No Presence in Tamil Nadu”
In one of his strongest political remarks, Kejriwal downplayed the BJP’s relevance in Tamil Nadu and urged people not to overestimate the party’s influence in the state.
“Don’t give too much importance to the BJP. BJP has no presence in Tamil Nadu,” he said.
The statement is likely to add fuel to the political debate in the state, where the BJP has been trying to expand its footprint but remains electorally weak compared to the dominant regional forces.
By making the comment from Chennai, Kejriwal attempted to position the opposition as the natural political force in Tamil Nadu while portraying the BJP as an outsider with limited public support.
Kejriwal Avoids Detailed Comment on Delhi High Court Order
Kejriwal was also asked about the Delhi High Court’s dismissal of the plea filed by him, Manish Sisodia, and others seeking the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the excise policy case.
Responding cautiously, Kejriwal declined to comment in detail, saying he had yet to fully review the order.
“I was here yesterday. I have to go back and read the order. I made my submissions in the court, so I would not like to comment beyond that,” he said.
The Delhi High Court on Monday rejected the plea seeking the judge’s recusal, stating that the allegations lacked factual basis and legal merit.
Kejriwal’s measured response suggests that the AAP leadership may be weighing its next legal strategy before making further public statements.
Political Messaging Ahead of Key Electoral Battles
Kejriwal’s Chennai visit carried strong political messaging on two fronts — first, to build opposition unity against the delimitation bill, and second, to publicly support MK Stalin’s leadership in Tamil Nadu.
By combining criticism of the BJP with support for Stalin, Kejriwal positioned the opposition alliance as a collective force defending democratic balance and state interests.
At the same time, his restrained response on the excise policy case indicated an effort to keep the focus on political issues rather than legal setbacks.
With tensions rising over delimitation and opposition coordination gaining momentum, Kejriwal’s statements in Chennai are likely to resonate beyond Tamil Nadu and shape the broader national political narrative in the weeks ahead.
What did Arvind Kejriwal say about the delimitation bill?
He said the delimitation bill is an “assault on democracy” and claimed it would discriminate against southern states.
What did Kejriwal say about MK Stalin?
Kejriwal praised MK Stalin’s governance and said that anyone doing good work should be supported.
What was Kejriwal’s comment on BJP in Tamil Nadu?
He said the BJP has no presence in Tamil Nadu and should not be given too much importance.
What did Kejriwal say on the Delhi High Court order?
He said he would read the order before commenting further and did not offer a detailed response.
