Sunita Kejriwal Takes Center Stage as AAP's Star Campaigner in Gujarat Lok Sabha Polls

The AAP unveils its star campaigners for the Gujarat Lok Sabha elections, with Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, emerging as a prominent figure. The party's strategy aims to leverage Kejriwal's popularity and overcome challenges with top leaders in jail.

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Sunita Kejriwal Takes Center Stage as AAP's Star Campaigner in Gujarat Lok Sabha Polls

Sunita Kejriwal Takes Center Stage as AAP's Star Campaigner in Gujarat Lok Sabha Polls

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has unveiled its list of 40 star campaigners for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Gujarat, with Sunita Kejriwal, wife, campaign, elections of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, emerging as a prominent figure. Sunita's inclusion marks her official entry into active politics, as she takes on a leading role in the party's campaign efforts.

Arvind Kejriwal, who is currently incarcerated in Tihar jail, tops the list of star campaigners, followed closely by his wife Sunita. The AAP has also names, leaders, star, campaigners such as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, and former Health Minister Satyendar Jain, both of whom are also in jail, as key campaigners.

The party's decision to feature Sunita Kejriwal prominently in the campaign is seen as a strategic move to leverage Arvind Kejriwal's popularity and appeal to the Gujarat electorate. Since the Delhi Chief Minister's arrest on March 21 in connection with the Delhi liquor policy money laundering case, Sunita has been actively participating in party meetings and addressing digital briefings, reading out messages from her husband.

Why this matters: The AAP's campaign strategy in Gujarat, with Sunita Kejriwal at the forefront, is expected to have a significant impact on the party's performance in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. As a key member of the opposition-led INDIA bloc, the AAP's success in Gujarat could potentially reshape the political terrain in the state and beyond.

The AAP is contesting two out of the 26 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat as part of the INDIA bloc, while its ally Congress is contesting the remaining 24 seats. The general elections, wife, campaign, state will be held in a single phase on May 7, with the results being declared on June 4.

Sunita Kejriwal's increased involvement in the party's activities has not gone unnoticed. She recently shared the stage with top opposition leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, at the 'Loktantra Bachao' rally in Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on March 31, strongly advocating for voting the BJP out of power. Sunita is also expected to visit Jharkhand to campaign for the party's ally, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha.

With the AAP facing challenges with its top leaders behind bars, the party is banking on a mix of cadre and sympathy votes, leveraging the narrative that Kejriwal's arrest was orchestrated to stifle his electioneering. With Sunita Kejriwal at the helm, the AAP aims to convey its message effectively to the voters and make a significant impact in the Gujarat Lok Sabha star, campaigners, elections .

Key Takeaways

  • AAP unveils 40 star campaigners for Gujarat LS polls, including Sunita Kejriwal.
  • Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Satyendar Jain named as key campaigners despite being jailed.
  • Sunita Kejriwal's prominent role aims to leverage Arvind Kejriwal's popularity in Gujarat.
  • AAP contesting 2 out of 26 LS seats in Gujarat as part of the INDIA bloc.
  • AAP banking on cadre and sympathy votes amid top leaders' arrests to make an impact.