Delhi’s political landscape heated up as AAP unleashed a scathing attack on the city government over the alleged razing of poor people’s houses in Shalimar Bagh. The party portrayed the episode as a blatant disregard for human rights, igniting public outrage and calls for accountability.
Reports indicate that heavy machinery was deployed early morning, catching residents off-guard. Structures housing over a hundred families were flattened in hours, leaving behind rubble and despair. AAP MLAs arrived promptly, accusing the administration of selective vigilantism against the underprivileged.
‘Delhi’s aam aadmi is under siege,’ declared senior leader Atishi, highlighting how such drives disproportionately affect migrants and laborers. She shared videos of distraught families, amplifying the narrative on digital platforms to millions.
The opposition has mobilized volunteers for relief efforts, distributing essentials and documenting grievances for court petitions. Kejriwal labeled it a ‘black day for humanity,’ pledging alternative housing within weeks.
Official sources counter that the operation cleared unauthorized occupations blocking drainage and road expansions, critical for monsoon preparedness. Notices were purportedly issued months ago, but many residents claim ignorance, citing language barriers and mobility issues.
This clash revives memories of past controversies like the 2022 Jahangirpuri demolitions, fueling debates on due process versus development. AAP aims to leverage the issue for electoral sympathy, while authorities warn against politicizing law enforcement.
As the sun set on the debris-strewn site, questions linger: Is Delhi progressing at the cost of its poorest? With assembly polls looming, expect more rhetoric, rallies, and perhaps resolutions—or escalations—in this tale of power, poverty, and public land.