Kejriwal Condemns BJP-Led Delhi Government Over Fatal Pit Accident
Arvind Kejriwal, the national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Delhi government following the tragic death of a motorcyclist in the Janakpuri area. The incident occurred when the rider fell into a pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) for construction work. Kejriwal vehemently asserted that this was not merely an accident but a case of "murder" resulting from gross negligence.
Allegations of Systemic Negligence and Irresponsibility
In a strongly worded post on social media platform X, the former Delhi chief minister expressed his outrage and drew parallels to a recent similar tragedy in Noida. He referenced the death of a young software engineer who drowned in a waterlogged plot last month, criticizing the BJP for failing to learn from past mistakes. "The BJP has learned nothing even from the Noida incident," Kejriwal stated. "Extreme negligence and an utterly irresponsible attitude have now become the hallmark of BJP governments, and it is the common people who are paying the price for it."
Kejriwal extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, emphasizing that their loss was a direct consequence of the Delhi government's negligence. He highlighted the recurring pattern of such incidents under BJP administration, calling for immediate accountability and improved safety measures.
Details of the Tragic Incident and Family's Anguish
The victim, identified as Kamal, a 25-year-old resident of Kailashpuri, tragically lost his life on Friday morning. Kamal worked at the call centre of a private bank and was commuting when the accident occurred. According to police reports, preliminary investigations indicate that the pit was excavated at a DJB construction site and was reportedly barricaded. However, the effectiveness and adequacy of these safety measures are now under intense scrutiny.
The family of the deceased has come forward with serious allegations, pointing to negligence on the part of the Delhi Jal Board. They have also raised suspicions of foul play, demanding a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kamal's death. Their grief is compounded by the belief that proper precautions could have prevented this tragedy.
Political Backlash and Calls for Accountability
Saurabh Bharadwaj, the Delhi AAP president, joined Kejriwal in condemning the BJP, accusing the party of disseminating "routine lies" to deflect blame. The AAP leaders are urging the government to take concrete steps to ensure such incidents do not recur, emphasizing the need for stringent oversight of public works and construction projects across the city.
This incident has sparked a broader debate on urban safety and governance in Delhi, with opposition parties highlighting what they describe as a persistent failure to protect citizens. The call for justice and systemic reform grows louder as the community mourns the loss of a young life cut short by what many are calling preventable negligence.
