AAP Releases Final Candidate List for Delhi Assembly Elections; Arvind Kejriwal to Contest from New Delhi

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its fourth and final list of candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. This list includes 38 candidates, bringing the total number of candidates announced to 70, covering all 70 assembly seats in Delhi. Notably, Arvind Kejriwal, the party's convenor and current Chief Minister, will contest from the New Delhi constituency.

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The decision to field Kejriwal from New Delhi is significant for several reasons. New Delhi is a high-profile constituency that includes the central government offices and the residence of the Indian Prime Minister. Contesting from this seat allows Kejriwal to directly challenge the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and other major political players. Additionally, it underscores Kejriwal's confidence in his party's performance and his personal popularity among voters.

The AAP has also made significant changes in its candidate list by dropping 19 sitting MLAs. This move is part of a strategy to rejuvenate the party's image and increase its chances of retaining power in the upcoming elections.