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Delhi LG Slams Atishi Over Non-Tabling of CAG Reports, ‘Consciously Chose Not To Adhere to Constitution’

29 Nov 2024

In a strongly worded letter to Delhi Chief Minister Atishi, Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of undermining constitutional accountability by failing to table the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. The issue has reignited political tensions between...

LG Saxena: Atishi Better Than Kejriwal

22 Nov 2024

In a rare commendation, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena lauded Chief Minister Atishi, stating she is "a thousand times better" than her predecessor, Arvind Kejriwal. This unexpected praise comes amid a backdrop of political shifts and administrative challenges in the national capital. Atishi's Ascension to Chief Minister Atishi, a...

‘Didn’t Know We Needed Permission’: Delhi Lt Governor Responds To Supreme Court On Tree Felling

23 Oct 2024

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has informed the Supreme Court that he was unaware that permission was required for the felling of trees in the Ridge area, an extension of the Aravallis. This statement was made in a personal affidavit submitted prior to a court hearing concerning the alleged illegal...

Atishi urges LG for suspension of Jal Board CEO citing woman’s death during scuffle

15 Apr 2024

Expressing deep concern about the recent tragedy in East Delhi, where a woman lost her life in a dispute over alleged water supply inadequacy, Atishi, a prominent leader of the AAP party and a minister in Delhi, has called upon Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to take urgent action. Atishi urged...

Delhi LG orders transfer of several IPS officers, amid recent emerging threats

12 Jan 2024

On Friday, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena of Delhi issued an order reorganizing several IPS officers, following the Police Establishment Board's recommendation. This order represents a significant change in authority for these IPS rank officials, especially in light of recent emerging threats such as the security breach in the parliament and...

Supply of ‘non-standard’ drugs in Delhi government hospitals: Vigilance department writes to health secretary

24 Dec 2023

Regarding the "Not of Standard Quality" medications being supplied to Delhi government hospitals, the Delhi Special Vigilance Department wrote to the health secretary on Sunday, requesting clarification on the amount paid to companies and manufacturers thus far. "You are requested to ensure that all such drugs which have failed the...

Gujarat HC stays proceedings against Delhi LG VK Saxena in 2002 assault case

24 May 2023

The Gujarat High Court has halted the trial of Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena in an alleged assault case filed by activist Medha Patkar. The court cited constitutional protection provided to Saxena as long as he remains in the position of LG. The case stems from a complaint filed by...

Delhi LG VK Saxena asks CM about miserable hygiene and sanitary conditions

11 Mar 2023

LG VK Saxena writes to CM, flags the miserable hygiene and sanitary conditions at Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant, that supplies drinking water to large parts of Delhi. Let Delhi see what kind of water we are drinking. LG also flags gross inaction on part of DJB in cleaning/desilting the pond...

Delhi L-G VK Saxena invites CM Kejriwal for talks

26 Jan 2023

Amid the tussle between the Governor and the elected government Delhi's Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has invited Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his ministers, and 10 MLAs of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party for a meeting on Friday. Since 2013, the Aam Aadmi Party has formed the government there has been...

Delhi mayor election: No polls; House adjourned after ruckus

24 Jan 2023

Due to a continuous uproar in the house of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been adjourned. The house adjourned after continuous uproar by BJP councilors and again Mayor's election could not be held on Tuesday. Earlier, the elections for the coveted posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the...

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