With just 24 hours left for voting in Delhi, the political battle between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP is reaching its peak. While AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, has been in power for the past decade, growing anti-incumbency sentiments have given the BJP a significant opportunity to challenge its dominance. Seizing this moment, the BJP is going all out in its campaign, backed strongly by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
RSS Mobilizes Extensive Support for BJP
Reports indicate that the RSS has been actively involved in election preparations, holding over 50,000 meetings across various parts of Delhi to influence voter sentiment. Their strategy is to reach every household in the capital, ensuring that their message resonates with the electorate.
To execute this plan efficiently, the RSS has divided Delhi into eight operational zones, assigning hundreds of its members to the election campaign. These workers have been engaging with voters through discussions, emphasizing the importance of casting their vote. A senior RSS official, quoted by The Indian Express, stated, “Our primary role is to create voter awareness and encourage participation. However, we do guide them toward voting in favor of the BJP, as it is the only party that works in the national interest.”
Well-Planned Strategy to Maximize Influence
The groundwork for this campaign was laid well in advance of the Delhi Assembly elections. The RSS instructed its members across all eight divisions to conduct small, targeted meetings in local communities, workplaces, institutions, markets, schools, and colleges. Their goal is to organize 60,000 such gatherings before election day, with substantial efforts put into publicity and outreach.
Additionally, senior RSS officials stationed at their Delhi headquarters have been actively coordinating campaign activities. Regular meetings at the city, district, and departmental levels have been held to gather voter feedback and fine-tune their approach. Just last Monday, a final review meeting took place, where department heads were asked to submit detailed voter insights to the BJP’s state unit.
A Strategy That Has Proven Successful Before
The RSS had adopted a similar approach in the Haryana and Maharashtra elections, where its proactive involvement significantly contributed to the BJP’s electoral victories. Now, the same strategy is being implemented in Delhi, raising speculation about its potential impact on the outcome.
With the capital set to vote, all eyes are on how this extensive groundwork will influence the election results. Will the BJP’s aggressive campaign and RSS’s grassroots mobilization be enough to unseat AAP, or will Kejriwal’s governance retain public support? The answer lies in the hands of Delhi’s voters.