This Article is From Feb 14, 2015

Live Updates: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Takes Charge

New Delhi:

Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party has taken charge as the eighth chief minister of Delhi. He arrived at the Delhi secretariat office on Saturday afternoon, after taking oath before a sea of supporters at the Ramlila ground. He pledged to ensure a corruption-free Delhi in the next five years.

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Here is the Aam Aadmi Party Cabinet for Delhi:

Feb 14, 2015 16:35 (IST)
Paanch saal Kejriwal. At Ramlila today, brooms were held aloft in celebration






Feb 14, 2015 16:12 (IST)
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announces portfolios:

Sandeep Kumar: Ministry of Women and Child Social Welfare, Language, SC/ST
Asim Ahmed Khan: Food and Civil Supply, Environment and Forest, and election departments
Gopal Rai: Transport, Development, Labour, General Administration Department and Employment
Jitender Singh Tomar: Law and Justice, Home, Tourism, Art and Culture
Satyendar Jain: Power Ministry, Health, Industries, PWD and IFC 
Manish Sisodia: Finance & Planning, Education, Urban Development, Revenue, and all other departments that are not allocated to any minister.
Arvind Kejriwal (Chief Minister) - Not to keep any ministry. Will oversee working and progress in all ministries.


Feb 14, 2015 16:07 (IST)
AAP leaders Gul Panag and Rahul Mehra at Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwals swearing-in ceremony

Feb 14, 2015 15:13 (IST)
Supporters of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) watch leader Arvind Kejriwal being sworn in as Delhi chief minister by Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung.

Feb 14, 2015 14:45 (IST)
"Pay your taxes, we'll put them to good use," Chief Minister Kejriwal told Delhi

 
Feb 14, 2015 14:31 (IST)
In his 20 minute speech, Chief Minister Kejriwal promised to end VIP culture, deliver a corruption-free Delhi in 5 years, and warned against arrogance


Feb 14, 2015 14:20 (IST)
Congratulations to AAP. We want to see them fulfill the promises they made to the people: Janardhan Dwivedi of the Congress
Feb 14, 2015 14:06 (IST)
'Crocin' is trending on Twitter after Mr Kejriwal told Ramlila crowd that he popped a tablet before being sworn-in. One Twitter wag said 'Crocin is the secret of my energy.'

Move over Zandu Balm. Bollywood, are you paying attention?
Feb 14, 2015 13:59 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister Redux. Industry leader Anand Mahindra tweeted:
Feb 14, 2015 13:56 (IST)
Actress Huma Qureshi reiterates a question many are asking

Feb 14, 2015 13:52 (IST)
A short while ago, this was the scene at Ramlila Maidan - an army of press photographers and cameramen jostling for the best view


Feb 14, 2015 13:50 (IST)
Meet your Minister: Sandeep Kumar, 34, won the seat of Sultanpur Majra by one of the highest margins this election. He is tasked with Women and Child Development


Feb 14, 2015 13:47 (IST)
Meet your Minister: Asim Ahmed Khan, 38, won Matia Mahal. He will oversee Food and Civil Supplies


Feb 14, 2015 13:45 (IST)
Meet your Minister: At 50, Satyendar Jain is the oldest in what is Delhi's youngest Cabinet. The MLA from Shakur Basti takes charge of the Health ministry


Feb 14, 2015 13:42 (IST)
Meet your Minister: Former student leader Gopal Rai, 39, is the MLA from Babarpur. His portfolios are Transport and Labour


Feb 14, 2015 13:39 (IST)
Meet your Minister: Jitender Tomar, 48, won the Tri Nagar seat. He is the new Minister of Law and Home


Feb 14, 2015 13:36 (IST)
Meet your Minister: Manish Sisodia, 43, won Patparganj. He is Delhi's first deputy chief minister. He will also be responsible for Urban Development, Public Works and Education.


Feb 14, 2015 13:29 (IST)
Meet your Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal, 46, won the election from New Delhi. He also takes charge of Finance, Power and Water


Feb 14, 2015 13:24 (IST)
Inside the Chief Minister's office in the Secretariat


Feb 14, 2015 13:20 (IST)
Kejriwal in charge. Delhi's new Chief Minister in his office. The muffler is absent, but the topi is firmly in place


Feb 14, 2015 13:15 (IST)
Delhi, meet your new Ministers


Feb 14, 2015 13:14 (IST)
AAP Ki Sarkaar. Kejriwal's men take charge



Feb 14, 2015 13:09 (IST)
Best wishes for Chief Minister Kejriwal from a political rival
Feb 14, 2015 13:07 (IST)
Chief Minister Kejriwal ends his crowd-pleasing speech with 'Inquilab Zindabad'
Feb 14, 2015 13:06 (IST)
The song he's singing is Insan Ka Insan Hai Bhaichara from the 1959 film Paigham, originally sung by Manna Dey
Feb 14, 2015 13:05 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal breaks into song, with an apology in advance for his sore throat and for being a 'bad singer'
Feb 14, 2015 13:03 (IST)
I hope India wins the World Cup. I wish the team the best: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 13:02 (IST)
I pray to God that we never become greedy or arrogant and always work for the best of the people and the country: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 13:01 (IST)
Not just I but every citizen of Delhi has taken the oath to be chief minister: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 13:00 (IST)
Kiran Bedi is like my sister. She has a distinguished career. Ajay Maken has political experience. We will consult both of them on how to improve Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:59 (IST)
I am a simple man. My house has four or five rooms. Wherever I live, I will only need four or five rooms. I will only take up as much space as I need to work: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:58 (IST)
Promise to end lal batti culture. In many countries, the Prime Ministers are spotted waiting at the bus stand. We can also change our VIP culture: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:55 (IST)
We will build hospitals and roads, make Delhi safe for women. Pay your taxes because we will put them to good use: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:53 (IST)
The AAP government is a government for everyone, whether they voted for us or not: Arvind Kejriwal


Feb 14, 2015 12:52 (IST)
Request the media not to measure the government's performance in hours. The people have given us 5 years: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:51 (IST)
Told PM Modi we want constructive cooperation from the Central government: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:50 (IST)
With Delhi Police's help, we will make Delhi a city in which every Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, Christian feels safe: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:50 (IST)
In the last few days, churches have been attacked. Delhi is peace-loving, we will not tolerate this. We celebrate Diwali, Christmas, Eid. I tell everyone who want to divide Delhi along religious lines, we will not tolerate this: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:48 (IST)
Other parties have not been achieve this in 65 years. We will achieve it in a short time by working 24 hours. I had fever today, am here after popping Crocin: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:47 (IST)
Promise to pass the Jan Lokpal Bill soon: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:46 (IST)
If someone asks you for a bribe, don't say no. Instead, record it on your mobile phone: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:45 (IST)
During the Anna movement we used to chant slogans about making India corruption-free. Now that we have 67 seats out of 70, we have to make it come true. Last time we were in power, we had romantic notions of remmoving corruption. This time, we will make Delhi India's first corruption-free state: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:42 (IST)
We know how India punishes arrogance. We must learn a lesson. Delhi has given me love and placed their confidence in me. I will do my best to fulfill the responsibility: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:41 (IST)
India voted out the Congress because they became arrogant. The BJP swept the polls last May but have been voted out now because they became arrogant: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:40 (IST)
Every AAP worker must guard against becoming arrogant else we will not be able to complete our mission: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:38 (IST)
The poor and rich alike voted for us. 67 out of 70 seats is the result of fortune and destiny. The Almighty is trying to tell us something: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:37 (IST)
Last time we were in power, there was a shortfall of seats. This time Delhi has voted us in with an absolute majority. I knew that the people of Delhi loved us, but did not know they loved us this much: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 14, 2015 12:36 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal, AAP Ka CM, begins his address at Ramlila Maidan
Feb 14, 2015 12:35 (IST)
As soon as the anthem ends, the crowd erupts into chants of Bharat Mata Ki Jai
Feb 14, 2015 12:34 (IST)
Ramlila Maidan is on its feet for the national anthem
Feb 14, 2015 12:32 (IST)
Jitender Tomar, Minister of Law and Home, takes oath. Mr Tomar is the final member of the new Cabinet


Feb 14, 2015 12:28 (IST)
Gopal Rai, in charge of Transport and Labour, is sworn-in by Najeeb Jung


Feb 14, 2015 12:27 (IST)
Satyendar Jain, Delhi's new Health Minister, takes oath


Feb 14, 2015 12:23 (IST)
Sandeep Kumar, tasked with Women and Child Development, is sworn-in by Najeeb Jung


Feb 14, 2015 12:21 (IST)
Asim Ahmed Khan, in charge of Food and Civil Supplies, takes oath


Feb 14, 2015 12:18 (IST)
Manish Sisodia, deputy Chief Minister, takes oath. He also has charge of Urband Development, Public Works and Education


Feb 14, 2015 12:17 (IST)
AAP Ka CM: Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister Redux, takes oath. Mr Kejriwal will also look after the Power, Finance and Water ministries


Feb 14, 2015 12:15 (IST)
Lt Governor Najeeb Jung swears Arvind Kejriwal in
Feb 14, 2015 12:13 (IST)
Jana Gana Mana. Arvind Kejriwal's tryst with destiny


Feb 14, 2015 12:11 (IST)
The National Anthem plays. As it ends, a cry of Bharat Mata Ki Jai goes up
Feb 14, 2015 12:08 (IST)
Lt Governor Najeeb Jung arrives at the Ramlila Maidan


Feb 14, 2015 12:00 (IST)
From AAP supporter, composer Vishal Dadlani

Feb 14, 2015 11:59 (IST)
Kumar Vishwas, Ashutosh and other AAP leaders are milling around the front row, most wearing AAP topis, waiting for the ceremony to begin
Feb 14, 2015 11:53 (IST)

Feb 14, 2015 11:49 (IST)
On the road, with Arvind Kejriwal. His convoy includes one pilot car and two police escorts.




Feb 14, 2015 11:44 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal's AAP stormed the Delhi elections winning 67 seats out of 70. AK-67, this jhadoo-turned-assault rifle proclaims proudly




Feb 14, 2015 11:39 (IST)
Ferrari Ki Sawaari has nothing on jhadoo ki sawaari today in Delhi


Feb 14, 2015 11:36 (IST)

Feb 14, 2015 11:28 (IST)
Mr Kejriwal manages a smile despite battling fever




Feb 14, 2015 11:24 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal has just left for Ramlila Maidan from his Kaushambi home. His wife Sunita has gone on ahead



Feb 14, 2015 11:22 (IST)
Fairy isn't the only one. Six-year-old Ayaan and a little friend are also wearing their Kejriwal colours with pride


Feb 14, 2015 11:21 (IST)
Little Fairy Tomar, wrapped up in the all-too familiar muffler, was a big hit on Twitter on counting day


Feb 14, 2015 11:19 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal's home is filled with flowers and well-wishers


Feb 14, 2015 11:11 (IST)
This Gandhiji lookalike is here all the way from Kuwait




Feb 14, 2015 11:10 (IST)
A new chapter in Indian politics is being written. We're overwhelmed, acknowledge the responsibility given to us: AAP's Raghav Chaddha tells NDTV at the Ramlila Maidan



Feb 14, 2015 11:07 (IST)
This drink is free at the Ramlila Maidan today. Tomorrow onwards, you'll have to pay for it. Makers, a local beverage company.


Feb 14, 2015 10:54 (IST)

Feb 14, 2015 10:37 (IST)
Arvind Kejriwal and Kumar Vishwas with other party members at Mr Kejriwal's residence in Kaushambi

Feb 14, 2015 10:18 (IST)
Manish Sisodia reaches Arvind Kejriwal's residence in Kaushambi.


Feb 14, 2015 10:16 (IST)
At Ramlila Maidan, quench your thirst with special drinks called 'AAP ka Cola'
Feb 14, 2015 09:53 (IST)
Feb 14, 2015 09:32 (IST)
Ahead of swearing-in, Arvind Kejriwal's new look: sans the muffler and sweater


Feb 14, 2015 09:12 (IST)
Six ministers will also be sworn in at the sprawling Ramlila grounds.



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Feb 13, 2015 23:36 (IST)
Delhi Police Advisory - Parking of vehicles will be at the following places:

  • Parking for officials at Chaman Lal Marg, Asaf Ali Road.
  • General parking shall be at Tagore Road behind Civic Center and Mata Sundri Road.
  • General parking for buses would be at Power House Road, Veldrome Road, Rajghat parking, Shanti Van Parking, Service roads Rajghat & Samtha Sthal as per requirements.

Feb 13, 2015 23:31 (IST)
Delhi Police Traffic Advisory:

There would be restriction or stopping/diversions of the vehicles as per the functional requirements and ground situation. The main affected roads would be:

  • Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg
  • Rajghat
  • Delhi GateAsaf Ali Marg
  • Netaji Subash Marg
  • Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
  • DDU Marg
  • Connaught Place
  • Mandi House
  • Tilak Marg
  • Mathura Road
  • Vikas Marg
  • Ranjit Singh Road
  • Barakhamba Road
  • Parliament Street
  • Sikandra Road
  • Ashoka Road
  • Ring Road from Kale Khan to ISBT

These roads would be affected between 10 AM to 2 PM on 14.02.2015 (depending upon the conclusion of the ceremony).

Feb 13, 2015 23:26 (IST)
Aam Aadmi Party Government to be Sworn-In on Saturday

Manish Sisodia, Asim Ahmed Khan, Sandeep Kumar, Satyendar Jain, Gopal Rai, Jitender Singh Tomar to take oath along with Arvind Kejriwal

Location: Ram Lila Maidan
Feb 13, 2015 23:23 (IST)
Delhi Police Traffic Advisory: Aam Aadmi Party Government Swearing-In Ceremony at Ramlila Ground

Feb 13, 2015 20:15 (IST)
AAP Leader Sanjay Singh (2nd from left) Plays Cricket With Fellow Aam Aadmi Party Members

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