AAP Adopts BJP’s Winning Strategy in Delhi, What New Tactics Will BJP Bring Now?

With the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections heating up, political parties have started gearing up with their strategies. Interestingly, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seems to have borrowed a page from the BJP’s playbook by announcing initiatives aimed at capturing voter interest ahead of the elections.

Kejriwal’s Three New Initiatives to Woo Voters

In an effort to connect with voters, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has unveiled three new schemes that bear resemblance to BJP’s election strategies:

1. Financial Aid for Women: Monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000 for women, with a promise to increase it to ₹2,100 if AAP retains power.
2. Free Medical Treatment for Senior Citizens: Complete healthcare coverage in both government and private hospitals.
3. Ambedkar Scholarship for Dalit Students: Financial support for Dalit students to study abroad.

These schemes aim to appeal to various demographics, echoing the BJP’s approach of rolling out attractive welfare policies before elections.

BJP’s Possible Strategies for Delhi Elections

To counter AAP’s moves and reclaim power in Delhi, the BJP might adopt the following strategies:

1. Focus on Key Constituencies: Targeting seats where AAP has a stronghold by capitalizing on voter dissatisfaction with incumbent MLAs.
2. Winning Back Swing Voters: Attracting swing voters, particularly Hindus, who may have supported AAP in the past.
3. Local Issue Campaigns: Shifting focus from reliance on PM Modi to highlighting local issues like education, healthcare, and corruption.
4. Grassroots Outreach: Utilizing the RSS network for door-to-door campaigns and connecting with voters in small localities.

BJP to Announce Candidates Soon

Reports suggest that the BJP has shortlisted around 225-230 potential candidates for 70 seats. The party is expected to finalize and announce its candidates within the next week. Prominent leaders who recently joined BJP, such as Arvinder Singh Lovely and Raj Kumar Chauhan, are also under consideration.

With both parties implementing calculated strategies, the stage is set for an intense battle in the Delhi Assembly elections. Time will reveal which party manages to win over the electorate and emerge victorious.