Is
it true? Is Arvind Kejriwal the AAP CM candidate for Punjab? Nothing could be a
better news for the people of Punjab. Finally, the messiah of the mango people
was making their state his home.
But what about the people of Delhi? They would
not take it kindly, being abandoned mid-course in such a way. Well, I have a
way out. Rather, more than a way out…
Odd-Even:
This one has the best odds as it is the easiest to implement, Chandigarh &
Delhi being not too far off. This is also one which is close to AK’s heart. In
fact, he will also get a chance to meet his voters/non-voters when he commutes
either way.
Visiting
CM: We all have seen that Delhi is too small a place for both Modi &
Kejriwal. As per this option, Kejriwal will visit Delhi when Modi is on one of
his foreign trips or on election campaign. Thus, we will have only one of them
in town at any time which could reduce the noise levels considerably. Of
course, Punjabis would feel cheated because Modi is more often out of Delhi,
than in.
Raj
Dharna: When a Dharna is there, can Kejriwal be far behind? Kejriwal moves to
the place/state that is holding a Dharna. And stays put till another Dharna is
organized. Though there is a risk here – Kejriwal may start acting as the CM when
he attends Dharna in another state which would not be to the liking of his
friends there (like Didi or Nitish).
Seasonal
Visits: I personally prefer this one. We all know how winter affects Kejriwal
and also the problems it creates in the city. So, Kejriwal can stay in Punjab
during the winters & get the farmers there not to burn their agriwaste,
Delhi would get so much less of winter smog. As far as the muffler is
concerned, he can get to wear it in Punjab too.
CM
by Holography: He can be present in both the places by having his 3D hologram
projected (as Modi did during elections) where he is not. Actually, this seems
to be the best option as this would enable Kejriwal to be the CM of Goa too!!
Referendum:
If all/most of the above seem equally attractive, let there be a referendum in
the country (or Delhi & Punjab, to begin with) to decide the best course of
action. I am sure that people of both, Delhi & Punjab, will not like to lose
their CM. Thus, this democratic tool appears to be the best solution. And AAP
has plenty of experience, & much faith, in a referendum.
