Announcing salaries for priests, granthis another election stunt by Kejriwal
The Statesman Delhi|December 31, 2024
Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Vijender Gupta on Monday termed AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal's announcement to provide a monthly salary of Rs 18,000 to temple priests and Gurudwara granthis after the elections if the AAP is voted back to power "a mere electoral stunt".
STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

Gupta criticised Kejriwal, saying that the former Delhi Chief Minister's sudden display of affection for priests and granthis is only because of the impending elections.

He questioned the AAP national convener's silence over the last ten years, alleging that the former Delhi CM, a staunch critic of Sanatan Dharma and Hindutva, ignored the plight of these priests while choosing to pay salaries to imams and placing them on a pedestal.

This story is from the December 31, 2024 edition of The Statesman Delhi.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the December 31, 2024 edition of The Statesman Delhi.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM THE STATESMAN DELHIView All
The Statesman Delhi

Football: Valencia and Real Madrid kick off La Liga in 2025

Valencia and Real Madrid get the La Liga underway in 2025 on Friday in a match that could see Real go top, ahead of cross-town rivals Atletico and five points clear of archrivals FC Barcelona.

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Finch backs Virat Kohli amid poor form and controversies

Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch said that star India batter Virat Kohli is trying to \"pick up a fight\" and is \"trying to be antagonistic\" because that is when he plays at his best and puts all his skills on the show.

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Rewind 2024: Neeraj Chopra enjoys stellar year with Olympic silver and World Championships triumph

Neeraj Chopra, India's 'Golden Boy,' solidified his place as one of the nation's greatest athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

time-read
2 mins  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

52 years after creating Paralympics history, Murlikant Petkar to get Arjuna Award for lifetime achievement

Murlikant Rajaram Petkar, 80, will receive the Arjuna Award for lifetime achievement from President Droupadi Murmu on January 17.

time-read
2 mins  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Oz Confirm Webster's SCG debut, Will Replace Off-Colour Marsh

The all-rounder will be fielded during the final Test as Australia aim to regain the BGT trophy

time-read
2 mins  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

India emerges global leader in IPO volume, QIPs surge to all-time high

Facts first. India has emerged as the leader in IPO volume, hosting twice as many IPOs as the US and 2.5 times more than Europe.

time-read
2 mins  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Union Budget: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Meets Financial Sector, Capital Market Stakeholders

As part of the pre-Budget consultations, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday met stakeholders from the financial sector and capital markets.

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

India Grabs 3.9 Per Cent Global Trade Share In Textiles And Apparel Sector

India holds a share of 3.9 per cent of the global trade in textiles and apparel, and including handicrafts it comprises 8.21 per cent in total exports in 2023-24, government said on Thursday.

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Indian Stock Market Poised to Advance at the Start of 2025

Indian equity indices are poised to advance in the beginning of 2025 on the back of recovery expected in earnings, supported by a boost in rural spending and pick up in government spending, according to a Bank of Baroda (BoB) report released on Thursday.

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025
The Statesman Delhi

Market Continues Winning Streak

Investors' wealth increased by around ₹ 5.8 lakh crore

time-read
1 min  |
January 03, 2025