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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Arvind Kejriwal Demands 'Nobel Prize'; BJP Hits Back, Suggests 'Corruption Category'
AAP chief and former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal sparked row after claiming he deserves a Nobel Prize for governance despite facing administrative hurdles. Speaking at the launch of the Punjabi edition of the 'Kejriwal Model' in Chandigarh, he said, 'Despite being stopped from working, we delivered.' His remark drew sharp criticism from BJP leaders. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva mocked the comment, saying Kejriwal deserves a prize only for "corruption and anarchy."#arvindkejriwal #nobelprize #bjpvskejriwal #kejriwalmodel #delhipolitics #indiangovernance #politicalsatire #corruption #virendrasachdeva #aamaadmiparty #bjp #toi #toibharat Read More
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"People already given him Nobel Prize... everyone knows his deeds": Chhattisgarh Deputy CM on Kejriwal
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 10 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma has slammed Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over his statement that he deserves Nobel Prize for governance. 'The people have already given him a Nobel Prize. Everyone knows about his deeds. Working while running such a big racket is a significant thing,' the Deputy Chief Minister. Sharma's statement came after Arvind Kejriwal, during a book launch, made remarks that 'he deserves Nobel Prize for governance.' The AAP national convenor made these remarks during the launch of Punjabi edition of the book 'Kejriwal Model'. According to a release from the AAP, the book has been authored by AAP leader Jasmine Shah and published by Unistar Books. Speaking at the event, Kejriwal detailed the journey from launching an anti-corruption NGO named 'Parivartan' in 2000, through the Anna Hazare movement, to forming a political party against all odds. 'On 26 November 2012, we applied to register AAP. Everyone from the media to intellectuals said we'd lose our deposits in every seat. But in December 2013, we won 28 seats in Delhi,' Kejriwal recalled. The AAP leader emphasised that the 'Kejriwal Model' wasn't built in boardrooms, but from experiences gained while living and working in Delhi's slums for a decade. 'We saw firsthand how bad the condition of government schools, hospitals, and electricity was,' he said. Kejriwal shared how his early activism, including a hunger strike and reconnecting electricity poles, stemmed from the outrage at unaffordable bills and poor services. 'We entered government with a simple aim, to ensure every family gets 200 units of free electricity and 20,000 litres of free water. Governance should guarantee basic needs.' Kejriwal underscored that this model can only run on honesty. 'If a government is corrupt, if its ministers are looting, this model will collapse,' he said, stating that AAP has proven this in Punjab too. 'Previous governments claimed the treasury was empty. But we fixed schools and hospitals and gave free electricity because we curbed corruption and saved public money.' He criticised the BJP-led Delhi administration, stating that after AAP left office, services collapsed: 'Mohalla Clinics are being shut down, free medicines and tests discontinued, roads are broken, and 6-hour power cuts are back.' He also questioned the motives of BJP leaders: 'They're not here to serve but to profit. We were obstructed every step of the way, yet we delivered. I should get a Nobel Prize in administration for working despite LG's constant interference.' Kejriwal reiterated that he has no obsession with winning every election. 'My goal was to create a model and change the mindset, to prove that public schools, hospitals, electricity, and water can be fixed with the right intent.' (ANI)
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
BJP mocks Arvind Kejriwal's 'should get Nobel Prize' comment, says deserves award for...
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday responded to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal's statement that he should win the Nobel Prize for governance, calling it laughable. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva (right) and former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.(ANI and PTI) Taking a dig at Kejriwal, Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva said that former Delhi CM would get the award if there were categories for "incompetence" and "corruption". Speaking at a release of the Punjabi edition of a book, titled "Kejriwal Model", in Chandigarh on Tuesday, Arvind Kejriwal had said he should 'get the Nobel Prize' for being able to work at all as Delhi chief minister "amid such a lot of problems" put up allegedly by the Centre-appointed Lieutenant Governor (L-G). 'For as long as we had a government in Delhi, hurdles were put up, but we continued to work,' Kejriwal said, speaking in Hindi, 'That is why I feel I should get a Nobel Prize for governance and administration — because I did so much in spite of the L-G, in spite of so many problems." Also Read | Kejriwal Model hit in Punjab, but Delhi in doldrums under BJP rule, says AAP's national convener Sachdeva on Wednesday said that people of Delhi are stunned to hear about Arvind Kejriwal's desire for a Nobel Prize, reported PTI. He added that people of Delhi have not forgotten the "scams" related to panic buttons in public transport buses, pension for women, classroom construction and liquor, among others. Sachdeva criticised Kejriwal, suggesting he would have definitely won a Nobel Prize if there were categories for "incompetence, anarchy and corruption." Also Read | AAP plans deep rural reach in UP before panchayat polls "Several scams, including the construction of the "sheesh mahal", took place during Keriwal's rule in Delhi," he alleged, according to PTI. 'Kejriwal demanding a Nobel Prize for himself is laughable. The people of Delhi are stunned to hear about his desire for a Nobel Prize.' The AAP responded to the Delhi BJP chief, urging his party to prioritise governance in Delhi rather than engaging in name-calling. "Virendra Sachdeva is in the government now. It is time to govern, not just talk. Opposition days are over -- now you have to deliver. Delhi is waiting for real work, not distractions or name-calling," Delhi AAP president Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a statement.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Should undergo mental checkup': BJP mocks Kejriwal's 'Nobel Prize' remark; slams 'sheesh mahal' model
Arvind Kejriwal (File photo) NEW DELHI: The BJP on Thursday mocked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal over his recent comment that he deserves a Nobel Prize for governance despite administrative challenges. During the launch of the Punjabi edition of "Kejriwal Model" in Chandigarh on Tuesday, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief claimed, "Despite being stopped from working, we delivered. I should get a Nobel Prize for governance and administration for doing so much despite a lieutenant governor and various difficulties." The statement prompted immediate backlash from BJP leaders. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva suggested Kejriwal should undergo a mental health evaluation, stating, "He can only get a Nobel Prize if it is for corruption, anarchy, and inefficiency." Sachdeva pointed to multiple FIRs against Kejriwal and claimed Delhi's residents had rejected his leadership. BJP general secretary Tarun Chugh demanded explanations from Kejriwal, questioning whether the Nobel Prize claim was for alleged misconduct in various areas including the Jal Board, Mohalla Clinics, education sector, and environmental issues concerning the Yamuna River. "Kejriwal, please tell us, what exactly you believe you deserve a Nobel Prize for. Is it for looting Delhi? For siphoning public funds to build your, 'Sheesh Mahal'? For corruption in the Jal Board, the Mohalla Clinics, or the education? For allowing toxic waste to be dumped into the Yamuna?... by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Or for the court stating that, prima facie, Arvind Kejriwal acted as a corrupt Chief Minister? The nation wants to know, on which of these counts are you seeking the Nobel Prize?" IANS news agency quoted Chugh as saying. Chhattisgarh deputy chief minister and BJP leader Vijay Sharma also took a jibe at the AAP leader. "The people have already given him a Nobel Prize. Everyone knows about his deeds. Working while running such a big racket is a significant thing," he said. The AAP has not yet responded to the BJP leaders' comments.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
BJP takes dig at Arvind Kejriwal over his Nobel Prize claim; AAP says focus on work instead of ‘name-calling'
AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal's assertion that he should get a Nobel Prize for governance is "laughable", Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva said on Wednesday (July 9, 2025). Taking a dig at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, Mr. Sachdeva said he would get the award if there were categories for "incompetence" and "corruption". The AAP hit back at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying it should focus on governance in Delhi instead of name-calling. "Virendra Sachdeva is in the government now. It is time to govern, not just talk. Opposition days are over — now you have to deliver. Delhi is waiting for real work, not distractions or name-calling," Delhi AAP president Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a statement. Speaking at the release of the Punjabi edition of a book, titled "Kejriwal Model", in Chandigarh on Tuesday (July 8, 2025), the AAP supremo elaborated on the governance model adopted by the previous government in Delhi, led by his party. Referring to challenges faced by the AAP government in the national capital, Mr. Kejriwal said, "Despite being stopped from working, we performed. I should get a Nobel Prize for governance and administration for doing so much despite there being a lieutenant governor and various difficulties." Mr. Sachdeva took a dig at Mr. Kejriwal, saying he would have surely received a Nobel Prize if there were categories for "incompetence, anarchy and corruption". Several scams, including the construction of the "sheesh mahal", took place during Mr. Keriwal's rule in Delhi, he alleged. The BJP had accused Kejriwal of spending crores of rupees to renovate and refurbish the Chief Minister's residence in Delhi, calling it the "sheesh mahal". "Kejriwal demanding a Nobel Prize for himself is laughable. The people of Delhi are stunned to hear about his desire for a Nobel Prize," Mr. Sachdeva said. Mr. Kejriwal, who served as the Delhi Chief Minister from 2015 till September 2024, said at the book release that his model can only run on honesty. "If a government is corrupt, if its ministers are looting, this model will collapse," he said, adding that the AAP has proven this in Punjab as well. "Previous governments had claimed that the treasury was empty. But we fixed schools and hospitals, and gave free electricity, because we curbed corruption and saved public money," the AAP national convenor said. He criticised the BJP government in Delhi, alleging that after the AAP left office, services have "collapsed" in the national capital. Mr. Sachdeva said the people of Delhi have not forgotten the "scams" related to panic buttons in public transport buses, pension for women, classroom construction and liquor, among others.
