BJP Workers Reach Kejriwal’s Residence with Jalebi and Samosa: A Symbolic Gesture after AAP’s Loss
The recent Delhi Assembly elections have thrown up a surprise result, with the BJP emerging victorious after 27 long years. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has suffered a significant loss, winning only 20 seats in the 70-member Assembly. As the results were being declared, a group of BJP workers reached Kejriwal’s residence in a symbolic gesture, bearing gifts of jalebi and samosa.
The gesture was not just a token of victory, but also a subtle warning to the AAP chief that his party’s reign in Delhi has come to an end. The BJP supporters, who arrived at Kejriwal’s residence in a festive mood, were seen carrying boxes of jalebi and samosa, the popular street food of Delhi. They claimed that they had brought the treats as a gesture of goodwill, hoping that Kejriwal would accept them graciously.
However, the AAP chief was nowhere to be found, and his security personnel politely declined the offer, saying that they would take the sweets away. A BJP supporter, who was part of the group, was quoted as saying, “We have won after 27 years…If nobody comes out to take these, I will leave them with the security.” This sarcastic remark was seen as a veiled threat, hinting that the BJP would not hesitate to claim its rightful place in Delhi’s politics.
The significance of jalebi and samosa as a symbol of victory cannot be overstated. These popular snacks are an integral part of Delhi’s culinary culture, and their presence at Kejriwal’s residence was meant to convey a message. The BJP is signaling that it has finally broken the Delhi’s political jinx, which has seen the party struggle to make inroads in the city for decades.
The results of the Delhi Assembly elections were announced on February 11, 2023, and they threw up a surprise result. The BJP won 40 seats, while the AAP managed to win only 20. The Congress, which was hoping to stage a comeback, won a mere 6 seats. The results have sent shockwaves through the political establishment, with many analysts attributing the BJP’s victory to its aggressive campaign and the AAP’s complacency.
AAP’s loss is a significant blow to Kejriwal’s premiership, which has been marked by controversy and infighting. The party’s anti-corruption crusade, which was once its biggest strength, has lost steam in recent years. The BJP, on the other hand, has managed to capitalize on its strong organizational structure and the popularity of its leaders, particularly Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The jalebi and samosa that the BJP workers brought to Kejriwal’s residence were not just a symbol of victory, but also a symbol of the party’s renewed confidence in Delhi’s politics. The gesture was seen as a way to rub salt into the AAP’s wounds, and to send a message that the BJP is here to stay.
In the aftermath of the results, there have been reports of AAP workers being in a state of shock and despair. Many have questioned the party’s strategy, which was seen as lax and lackadaisical. The BJP, on the other hand, is basking in the glory of its victory, and is already looking forward to the next elections.
As the dust settles on the Delhi Assembly elections, one thing is clear: the BJP has emerged as the dominant force in Delhi’s politics. The jalebi and samosa that it brought to Kejriwal’s residence were a symbol of its triumph, and a warning to the AAP that its reign is finally over.
