‘Does Anybody Even Use Bathtubs Anymore?’ Chetan Bhagat’s Dig At Kejriwal’s Austere Optics – News18
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The creator questioned the previous Delhi CM’s use of the modest Wagon-R to indicate his humble beginnings on one hand after which the choice to put in a mini bar, jacuzzi and tub tub at ‘Sheesh Mahal’
Creator Chetan Bhagat took a dig at Arvind Kejriwal. (PTI)
Creator and political commentator Chetan Bhagat on Saturday took a dig at Aam Aadmi Occasion (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal’s “flip-flop” optics, questioning his resolution to flaunt his austerity with the standard Wagon-R after which go on to construct a mini bar, jacuzzi, and bathtub in his ‘Sheesh Mahal’ — the political moniker utilized by the BJP for the bungalow occupied earlier by the then Delhi chief minister.
Discussing the Delhi election outcomes on CNN-News18, Bhagat stated: “Does anybody even use bathtubs anymore”, questioning the futility of the narrative and if it had any impact on voters.
The Aam Aadmi Occasion (AAP) and the BJP had been engaged in a neck-and-neck battle within the nationwide capital, however newest tendencies present that the saffron occasion has raced forward.
Bhagat’s dig comes amid criticism in opposition to Kejriwal and AAP of getting forgotten the anti-corruption plank they used to enter politics. In actual fact, Kejriwal’s mentor Anna Hazare too has spoken out in opposition to him for shedding the plot after gaining energy within the Capital.
“I’ve at all times stated {that a} candidate’s conduct and ideas needs to be pure, life needs to be with out blame, and sacrifice needs to be there. These qualities let voters place confidence in him. I advised this to Arvind Kejriwal however he didn’t pay heed, and eventually, he centered on liquor. Why did this concern come up? He was overwhelmed by cash and energy,” the social activist stated.
Within the run-up to polls, the BJP sharpened its assault on Kejriwal, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi dubbing AAP as “AAP-da” (catastrophe) for Delhi and giving a name to exchange it with BJP in energy.
What added to AAP’s worries was the Comptroller and Auditor Basic (CAG) report into the expenditure on the residence. Th report accessed by CNN-News18 reveals that Rs 33.66 crore was spent on the venture, which was 342 per cent greater than the estimated value of the venture.
The BJP has alleged that the CAG Report that has the audit of PWD expenditure solely until March 31, 2022, is simply the tip of the iceberg. “Way more was spent by Kejriwal on his Sheeshmahal, until at the very least the center of 2023. Even within the CAG Report, it’s clearly talked about that it was not supplied with full info. The stock made lately by PWD after Kejriwal vacated Sheeshmahal, in itself has supplies and luxurious items value crores. Moreover, the gold plated bathroom seats and wash basins have been eliminated by Kejriwal earlier than he vacated the home. The entire value is as a lot as Rs 75-80 crores,” BJP chief Amit Malviya stated.
The report says Rs 46 lakh further was spent on putting in marble stone on the partitions of the CM’s residence whereas Rs 47 lakh further was spent on good LED lights, and a number of luxurious gadgets like modular kitchens, giant LED display televisions, fridges, sauna, and jacuzzi had been put in.
