Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal unveiled The Delhi Model on Sunday, a book showcasing the “transformative” governance initiatives of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.
In a statement, Kejriwal described the book as more than just a governance framework—it embodies the AAP’s “unique” approach to politics, addressing the fundamental issues that impact the common man the most.
The book provides an “in-depth” exploration of the reforms introduced by the AAP government, blending data, real-life stories, and policy insights to highlight how the party fulfilled its promise of Vyavastha Parivartan (systemic transformation). “It represents not just the Delhi model of governance but also the AAP model of politics,” Kejriwal remarked.
“We have focused on solving the basic problems of people’s daily lives,” the AAP national convener explained. “People need quality education for their children, reliable healthcare, assistance during inflation, and access to free electricity and water. That’s all we’ve tried to address, and it’s very simple.”
Kejriwal also reflected on past narratives advocating for the privatization of schools, arguing that such plans were part of a “land scandal” since many government schools occupy prime land in central Delhi. “The intention wasn’t to improve schools but to exploit the land for other purposes,” he claimed.
Additionally, he emphasized AAP’s break from traditional caste and religion-based politics, asserting that candidate selection in Delhi was driven by performance, not caste considerations.
The book’s author, Jasmine Shah, who is also an AAP member, expressed excitement about the launch. “This is a special moment for me, as it marks the release of my first book. Writing a book requires a compelling reason, and this was mine,” Shah said.
