Arvind Kejriwal’s future in national politics has once again become a topic of intense speculation, with recent media reports suggesting that he might soon make a transition to the Rajya Sabha. However, AAP leaders have emphatically denied these reports, calling them groundless and without foundation.
Sources within AAP have stated that Kejriwal remains deeply committed to his role as the Chief Minister of Delhi and has no plans to seek a seat in the Rajya Sabha. This speculation likely arose due to the rising national profile of the AAP leader, who has become one of the more vocal critics of the central government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Despite his increasing visibility, Kejriwal’s role in Delhi, they say, is far from over, and he is focused on improving public services and governance within the city.
The rumors about Kejriwal’s possible shift to the Rajya Sabha were initially fueled by discussions surrounding the party’s expansion plans beyond Delhi. AAP has been working to expand its influence across India, and many have speculated that Kejriwal’s national prominence would be further solidified if he took a more direct role in Parliament. However, AAP’s leadership has clarified that the Delhi Chief Minister will continue to play a central role in his state’s governance for the foreseeable future, with no plans to step into the upper house.
This denial also comes at a time when AAP has been strategically positioning itself as an alternative to the BJP and Congress in various states. The party’s victory in Punjab has propelled it into the national spotlight, but for now, AAP insists that its primary focus remains on consolidating its base in Delhi and other states where it plans to contest elections.
In the end, the speculation over Kejriwal’s move to the Rajya Sabha appears to be just that—speculation. For the time being, AAP remains steadfast in its position that Kejriwal is not seeking a national platform via the upper house.
