The fundamentally objectionable aspect of the whole episode is, why did Kejriwal even entertain the idea of forming the government with the Congress’ support? Is he afraid of facing defeat? This is the same old trick politicians have used to hang on to power. Then how is he different? Why did he make a fool of himself by seeking Congress support? It created a perception amongst the people, which has played into the hands of the BJP. Unsurprisingly, Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav, two of the sanest voices in the AAP, were against this proposal, according to reports.
The BJP is firmly in the driver’s seat as far as assembly elections in Delhi are concerned. There are talks of Kiran Bedi being pitched as the chief minister. Bedi, endorsed by the man of the moment, Narendra Modi, would be a formidable combination. However, Kejriwal’s idea of joining hands with the Congress once again, merely to keep the BJP out, seems like a sign of desperation and immorality.
This is the time to face elections and accept the verdict of the electorate. The AAP might not get the result they would be looking for, but sitting in the opposition and working as a watchdog may well prove to be a blessing in disguise, considering the Congress would be nowhere in the race.
Is Arvind Kejriwal scared to face defeat
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