BJP’s Delhi Oath Ceremony: A Star-Studded, High-Profile Event at Ramlila Maidan

Summary: BJP’s historic return to power in Delhi after 26 years will be marked by a grand swearing-in ceremony at Ramlila Maidan. With 50 film stars, diplomats, and top leaders attending, the event is set to be a political spectacle.

BJP’s Delhi Oath Ceremony: A Star-Studded, High-Profile Event at Ramlila Maidan

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to mark its historic return to power in Delhi after 26 years with a grand swearing-in ceremony at Ramlila Maidan on Thursday. The event, designed to be a massive political spectacle, will be attended by top BJP leaders, allies, diplomats, industrialists, film stars, and spiritual leaders.

While suspense remains over who will take over as Delhi’s new Chief Minister, the party is going all out to celebrate its landslide victory in the recent elections, where it won 48 out of 70 seats, displacing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) from power.

A Power-Packed Guest List

The event, scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM, will see the presence of:

50 Film Stars & Industrialists: Bollywood celebrities and top business tycoons will add glamour to the occasion.
Top BJP Leadership: Senior party leaders, ministers, and Chief Ministers from 20 states will be present.
Foreign Diplomats: Ambassadors and officials from major global powers have been invited.
Religious Leaders: Spiritual figures like Baba Ramdev, Swami Chidananda, and Baba Bageshwar Dhirendra Shastri will be in attendance.
Farmers & Beneficiaries of Government Schemes: Delhi farmers and “Laadli sisters” (women benefiting from central welfare schemes) will also be part of the audience.

Before the oath-taking, a grand cultural and musical program will be held, featuring renowned singer Kailash Kher, who will perform on the Ramlila Maidan stage.

Who Will Be Delhi’s Next Chief Minister?

Despite the celebrations, the question of Delhi’s new Chief Minister remains unanswered. The BJP’s 48 MLAs are scheduled to meet on Wednesday to elect their leader, who will take over from AAP’s Atishi.

While Parvesh Verma, son of former Delhi Chief Minister Saheb Singh Verma, is considered a front-runner, sources say the list of potential candidates includes around 15 names. The final cabinet will have eight ministers, including the Chief Minister, with nine names set to be finalized.

The delay in announcing the CM candidate was initially attributed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s international visits to France and the US. However, even after his return, no official announcement has been made, fueling further speculation.

BJP’s Resurgence in Delhi: AAP’s Downfall

The BJP’s decisive victory in Delhi signals the end of AAP’s decade-long rule, which crumbled under the weight of corruption allegations and governance controversies. The party, which had secured 62 out of 70 seats in 2020, was reduced to just 22 seats this time.

The downfall of AAP can be attributed to:

Liquor Policy Scandal: Several AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, were jailed over alleged corruption in Delhi’s liquor excise policy.
“Sheesh Mahal” Controversy: Kejriwal’s ₹33.6 crore lavish renovation of his official residence became a major election issue, tarnishing AAP’s pro-people image.
Anti-Incumbency & Governance Issues: While AAP initially thrived on its governance model, allegations of mismanagement and corruption significantly weakened its standing.

What’s Next for Delhi?

As BJP prepares to reclaim Delhi’s governance, the focus will be on who leads the party in the national capital and how the new government addresses key civic issues. With the oath ceremony set to be a grand affair, all eyes are now on the BJP’s final decision on its Chief Ministerial candidate.