BJP protests Kejriwal’s Nangloi visit, demands accountability

Delhi BJP leaders and residents staged a massive protest in Nangloi on Wednesday, forcing former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to cut short his visit. The protest, led by BJP MP Yogender Chandolia, was sparked by alleged government neglect of the area’s infrastructure, including broken roads and waterlogging, which have plagued residents for years.

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva accused Kejriwal and his government of using political stunts to distract from their failures. “The people of Delhi are fed up with the political gimmicks of Kejriwal and the Atishi government. The citizens are now ready to teach them a political lesson,” Sachdeva said.

Nangloi, Kirari and Mundka have become symbols of urban neglect, with residents suffering from broken roads and severe waterlogging, particularly during this year’s monsoon. The Rohtak road in Nangloi, in particular, faced heavy criticism for its poor condition, prompting frequent protests.

When Kejriwal announced on social media that he would meet two families in Nangloi, locals approached Chandolia, who organised a peaceful demonstration. Protesters, including residents and BJP workers, raised slogans against Kejriwal and local MLAs, demanding answers for the state of the area.

“While he may visit families for his political drama, the people of Nangloi, Kirari and Mundka demand accountability for the nearly 20 deaths caused by waterlogging during the monsoon. They want compensation for the victims,” he added.