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Arvind Kejriwal

Indian politician, activist, Chief Minister of Delhi

Arvind Kejriwal, born in 1968, is the Chief Minister of Delhi and national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party. He was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2006. Kejriwal, a former bureaucrat, founded the Public Cause Research Foundation and later entered politics. He has faced legal issues, including arrest and denial of bail.

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Timeline

Birth of Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal was born on August 16, 1968 in Hisar, Haryana. He is a politician and the current Chief Minister of Delhi.

IIT-JEE Test and All India Rank

In 1985, Arvind Kejriwal appeared for the IIT-JEE test and achieved an All India Rank (AIR) of 563, showcasing his academic excellence.

Joining Tata Steel

Arvind Kejriwal joined Tata Steel as a trainee in 1989 and was stationed in Jamshedpur, Bihar, marking the beginning of his professional career.

Assisting The Missionaries of Charity

During his time in Calcutta, Arvind Kejriwal had the opportunity to meet Mother Teresa and assist The Missionaries of Charity at the Nehru Yuva Kendra and North-East Indian Ramakrishna Mission, showcasing his commitment to social causes.

Arvind Kejriwal marries Sunita, an IRS agent

Arvind Kejriwal married Sunita, an IRS agent from the 1993 class, in 1995.

Founding of Parivartan movement

In December 1999, Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and others established the Parivartan movement in Delhi's Sundar Nagar area to address citizens' grievances related to various government schemes and services.

Arvind Kejriwal takes sabbatical for Parivartan

In January 2000, Arvind Kejriwal took a break from his job at the Income Tax Department to focus on leading the Parivartan movement, which aimed to bring about change in governance and public services.

Arvind Kejriwal granted two-year paid leave of absence

In November 2000, Arvind Kejriwal was given a two-year paid leave of absence to pursue further studies, with the condition that he would not resign from his position for at least two years after returning to work. He would have to repay the salary received during this leave if he violated the agreement.

Arvind Kejriwal authorized for 18 months of unpaid leave

After returning to work in November 2002, Arvind Kejriwal was allowed to take an additional 18 months of unpaid leave. This period was granted despite his previous claims of not having any official duties for over a year.

Parivartan exposes PDS scam

In 2003, Parivartan revealed a Public Distribution System (PDS) scam where ration shop dealers colluded with officials to divert subsidized foodgrains. This exposed corruption in the distribution of essential goods.

Parivartan challenges World Bank project

In 2004, Parivartan used RTI to scrutinize a World Bank-funded water supply privatization project, raising concerns about increased water tariffs and potential adverse effects on the city's poor residents. Their activism led to the project's suspension.

Contribution to national RTI Act

Arvind Kejriwal, alongside other activists, played a significant role in advocating for the national Right to Information (RTI) Act, enacted in 2005. This legislation aimed to enhance transparency and empower citizens in accessing government information.

Ramon Magsaysay Award

In 2006, Arvind Kejriwal was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award for his involvement in the Parivartan movement using right to information legislation in a campaign against government corruption.

Kejriwal's Protest Against Corruption in Commonwealth Games

In 2010, Arvind Kejriwal protested against corruption in the Commonwealth Games, highlighting the lack of powers of Central Vigilance Commission and the biased investigation by CBI. He advocated for the appointment of public ombudsman - Lokpal at the Centre and Lokayuktas in states.

Formation of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

On the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 2, 2012, Arvind Kejriwal announced the formation of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) with the aim of bringing about political change.

Sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister

On December 28, 2013, Arvind Kejriwal was sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister after the 2013 election.

Election of M. S. Dhir as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

M. S. Dhir was elected as the speaker of the legislative assembly on January 3, 2014, during the tenure of the First Kejriwal cabinet.

Resignation of Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister of Delhi

Arvind Kejriwal resigned as the Chief Minister of Delhi on February 14, 2014, after the failure of the introduction of Delhi's Jan Lokpal Bill in the assembly.

Re-election as Chief Minister

On February 14, 2015, Arvind Kejriwal was re-elected as Chief Minister after his party won the Delhi Legislative Council election.

AAP Govt Proposes Full Statehood for Delhi

The AAP government in Delhi proposed seeking full statehood for the region, aiming for more autonomy and control over its affairs.

Attack on AAP Councillor

An incident where an AAP councillor was attacked, which was condemned by Kejriwal as a reflection of BJP's hooliganism.

Inauguration of Delhi's Signature Bridge by Arvind Kejriwal

After facing delays, Delhi's Signature Bridge was finally opened on November 5, 2018, with Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal leading the inauguration.

Free Bus Transit for Women

Starting in October 2019, Arvind Kejriwal's government rolled out free bus transit for women on the Delhi Transport Corporation. Women could travel for free using pink tickets carrying a message from Kejriwal.

Arvind Kejriwal's third oath ceremony at Ramlila Maidan

Ahead of his third oath ceremony, a multi-level security arrangement was put in place at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi for Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Third Term as Chief Minister of Delhi

After winning 62 out of 70 seats in the 2020 Delhi Legislative Assembly election, Arvind Kejriwal took his third oath as Delhi's chief minister at Ramlila Maidan on February 16, 2020.

Arvind Kejriwal and cabinet ministers take charge of office

On February 19, 2020, Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his cabinet ministers assumed office, with a focus on key areas for the next five years.

Oxygen Scam Allegations Against Arvind Kejriwal Government

During COVID 2020-21, the Congress accused the Arvind Kejriwal government of misusing funds meant for oxygen plants on advertisements. The Central government committee criticized the Aam Aadmi Party government for not increasing oxygen storage capacity.

Demand to Halt Airline Travel between India and Singapore

In May 2021, Arvind Kejriwal urged the Indian government to stop airline travel between India and Singapore due to concerns over a new coronavirus variant claimed to be dangerous for children, even though no such variation originated from Singapore.

Presentation of Delhi Assembly Budget

On 26 March 2022, a budget of ₹75,800 crore rupees was presented in the Delhi Assembly by the Finance minister Manish Sisodia. AAP leaders expected that the budget would create employment for 20 lakh people in Delhi, in the upcoming five years.

Resignation of Rajendra Pal Gautam from Council of Ministers

On 8 October 2022, Rajendra Pal Gautam announced his resignation from the Council of Ministers of Delhi state government. AAP has not responded formally to the resignation.

'80% of Delhi’s fleet will run on electricity': CM Arvind Kejriwal flags off 50 e-buses

CM Arvind Kejriwal launched 50 e-buses as part of the initiative to have 80% of Delhi's fleet running on electricity. This move aims to reduce pollution and promote sustainable transportation.

CM Arvind Kejriwal plans to make Delhi landfill free by 2024

Arvind Kejriwal visited the Okhla landfill and expressed his vision to make Delhi free from landfills by 2024. This initiative aims to address the waste management issues in the city and promote environmental sustainability.

Arrest of Arvind Kejriwal by Enforcement Directorate

Arvind Kejriwal, after skipping nine summons, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on 21 March 2024 in connection with the Delhi liquor policy money laundering case, becoming the first sitting chief minister in Indian history to be arrested.

Arrest by Enforcement Directorate

On 22nd March 2024, Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the Delhi liquor scam, becoming the first incumbent chief minister in India to be arrested.

Arvind Kejriwal's plea against arrest and remand in Delhi High Court

Arvind Kejriwal has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court against his arrest and remand by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case related to the excise policy. The ED has requested 3 weeks to file a response, which Kejriwal's lawyer has criticized as a delay tactic.

Arvind Kejriwal accuses ED of ulterior motives

Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Enforcement Directorate, alleging that the agency aimed to suppress AAP and establish an extortion scheme. He dismissed the notion that the state government would be controlled from jail, labeling it as a political conspiracy.

Sunita Kejriwal urges support for Arvind Kejriwal during his arrest

Sunita Kejriwal calls for people to send messages of support for her husband, Arvind Kejriwal, who has been arrested. She highlights his fight against corruption and tyranny in the country, seeking solidarity from the public.

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Arvind Kejriwal

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