Tensions Escalate as AAP Accuses BJP of Political Sabotage

High drama unfolded in Delhi as an Anti-Corruption Branch team visited AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal's residence. Kejriwal accused the BJP of trying to destabilize his party by luring AAP candidates. The visit, initiated by Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, sparked tensions, with AAP alleging BJP influence.

High political drama ensued in the national capital on Friday when an Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) team appeared at the residence of AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on 5, Ferozeshah Road.

A day prior, Kejriwal accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize AAP by enticing 16 of its candidates ahead of election results. Delhi had voted on February 5 for its 70-member Assembly, with results scheduled for announcement on Saturday.

The ACB's visit followed allegations by Kejriwal of BJP's candidate poaching, sparked by a directive from Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena. However, tensions flared as AAP members barred ACB officials from meeting Kejriwal, alleging BJP's influence. AAP claimed the ACB lacked authority for an investigation and dismissed the move as a BJP political stunt.

(With inputs from agencies.)