Swati Maliwal Responds to Viral Video from Kejriwal’s Residence
17.05.2024: In the ongoing controversy involving Swati Maliwal, a leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), a new video has surfaced showing a confrontation at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s residence. This incident adds to the tensions surrounding Maliwal’s allegations against Kejriwal’s aide, Bibhav Kumar, whom she accuses of assault.
Swati Maliwal’s Response to the Viral Video
Swati Maliwal, who has accused Bibhav Kumar of attacking her at Kejriwal’s Civil Lines residence, reacted strongly to the 52-second video clip released on Friday. In the video, Maliwal is briefly seen and heard arguing with security officials who are asking her to leave the premises.
Political Implications and Maliwal’s Statements
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Maliwal referred to a “political hitman,” interpreted by many as a jab at Kejriwal. She claimed this individual orchestrated the release of the video to build a defensive narrative and save himself from accountability. She questioned the intent behind the video, asserting that the truth would emerge from the CCTV footage.
Details from the Video
The video shows a heated exchange where security officials request Maliwal to leave. She adamantly refuses, stating she will speak to the Deputy Commissioner of Police and threatens to involve the Civil Lines Police Station. The video concludes with Maliwal daring the guards to eject her physically, highlighting the tension of the moment.
The AAP’s Stance
The AAP shared the video with a terse message, “The truth of Swati Maliwal,” indicating a significant rift between the party and Maliwal. This comes after Maliwal’s public call for action against those who allegedly attacked her, emphasizing the challenges she has faced in recent days.
Broader Reactions and Political Fallout
The controversy has drawn reactions from various political figures. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized Kejriwal, calling for an apology and describing the situation as “shameless.” Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also commented, expressing solidarity with Maliwal regardless of party affiliations.
Source – NDTV