Arvind Kejriwal to resign as Delhi CM, seeks public trust before returning

In a dramatic political move, Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi and National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), announced on September 15 that he would step down from his position in two days.

Kejriwal stated that he would not resume his role until he regains the trust of the people. "I am going to resign after two days. I ask people whether I am honest; till they respond, I won't sit on the CM's chair," he declared, emphasizing his intent to seek a 'trial by fire' following his time in jail.

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The AAP leader revealed that the party is already deliberating on selecting a new Chief Minister for Delhi. Additionally, Kejriwal has called for early elections in the national capital, proposing that the polls, originally slated for February, be held in November alongside Maharashtra.

Kejriwal's announcement comes on the heels of a significant Supreme Court ruling. On Friday, the apex court granted him bail in the Delhi excise policy case. However, the court imposed conditions on his release, including a restriction on entering the Chief Minister's office and signing official documents.