Atishi Marlena
Former Chief Minister of Delhi (born 1981)
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Atishi Marlena, also known mononymously as Atishi,, is an Indian politician who served as the 8th Chief Minister of Delhi, the third female in the role, from 2024 to 2025. She belongs to the Aam Aadmi Party and is a member of its Political Affairs Committee, the governing body of the party. Prior to her appointment as the chief minister, she also served as the Minister of Education, P.W.D, Culture and Tourism in the Delhi Government. Previously, she served as advisor to the former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, primarily on education, from July 2015 to 17 April 2018. She currently serves as Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Legislative Assembly since 2025, the first woman in the role, following her election as the AAP's house leader.
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CAG report on DTC: Arvind Kejriwal in dock, Atishi demands debate, Know in detailAccusing former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa slammed him for the closure of bus routes and a decline in revenue while highlighting an..DNA - Published | |
AAP to go it alone in Goa assembly, local body polls: AtishiAam Aadmi Party leader Atishi announced the party's decision to contest the 2027 Goa assembly elections independently, along with the upcoming Zilla Parishad and municipal elections. In the 2024..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Liquor was being smuggled from UP and Haryana': AAP reacts to CAG reportFormer Delhi Chief Minister Atishi asserted that the CAG report reiterates AAP's claims about losses under the old excise policy, highlighting illegal liquor procurement from Haryana and UP. BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi assembly: Atishi, other AAP MLAs suspended amid CAG showdownThe Delhi government under the BJP has presented 14 CAG reports in the Assembly highlighting alleged financial irregularities during the AAP's tenure, prompting the expulsion of AAP MLAs. Key findings..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Wo log chitr to lagate rahe lekin ...': BJP's Manoj Tiwari slams AAP amid Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh photo controversyAAP accused the BJP-led government of removing photos of Dr Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh from the Delhi Chief Minister's office. BJP denied these claims and displayed pictures showing the portraits..IndiaTimes - Published | |
With Atishi leading oppn, Delhi gets India's 1st woman CM-LoP comboAtishi, former CM and MLA of Kalkaji, was elected as the leader of opposition in Delhi assembly by consensus. This marks the first time in any Indian state that both the CM and LoP are women. Atishi..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Why AAP's Atishi said Rekha Gupta's appointment as Delhi CM a matter of prideIndiaTimes - Published | |
Rekha Gupta named Delhi Chief Minister, set to succeed AtishiThe Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has named as Delhi Chief Minister, who is set to succeed Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal.DNA - Published | |
‘Atishi danced after Kejriwal’s plan to defeat her failed’: BJP leader Anurag ThakurIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Hold BJP accountable for poll promises': Kejriwal's directive to Delhi AAP MLAsAtishi met AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal following the party's defeat in the Delhi assembly election where they won 22 out of 70 seats. Kejriwal urged the MLAs to serve their constituencies, hold the BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
AAP leader Atishi submits resignation as Delhi CM after party's poll defeatAam Aadmi Party leader Atishi resigned as Delhi chief minister after her party's significant defeat in the 2025 assembly elections. While BJP secured an overwhelming victory and ended AAP's rule,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Shameless': Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Atishi's dance video after her poll win, AAP's defeatRajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal criticized AAP leader Atishi for celebrating her win despite the party’s significant defeat in the Delhi assembly elections. Atishi, having won the Kalkaji seat,..IndiaTimes - Published | Atishi celebrates win in Kalkaji constituency, Swati Maliwal calls it 'shameless dispay,' watch viral videoDespite Atishi's victory, the overall election outcome was dismal for AAP, which only managed to secure 28 seats.DNA - Published |
Gone with the Arwind: Atishi, Gopal Rai only survivors as AAP brass swept outArvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia's loss leaves AAP needing to nurture new leadership as it transitions into opposition. Key remaining figures Atishi and Gopal Rai will need to consolidate AAP's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Besharmi ka pradarshan hai?': Swati Maliwal reacts to Atishi's celebration amid AAP lossRajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal criticized Atishi for celebrating her victory in Kalkaji despite AAP's overall defeat in the Delhi assembly elections. Maliwal, who has raised concerns about the party's..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi Assembly elections results: Underdogs hold ground for AAP while heavyweights tumbleIn a significant political shift, the BJP secured 48 out of 70 assembly seats, marking a historic comeback in Delhi after 26 years. The ruling AAP, managed to secure just 22 seats. Despite the overall..IndiaTimes - Published | From Parvesh Verma to Atishi: Who are the giant slayers in Delhi assembly electionsThe Delhi assembly election results present significant changes as BJP secures 43 seats, with notable victories by Parvesh Singh Sahib Verma, Tarvinder Singh Marwah, Atishi, Shikha Roy, and Karnail..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Not a time to celebrate’: Atishi acknowledges AAP’s defeat as Amit Shah declares ‘end of lies’ in DelhiIndiaTimes - Published | Delhi assembly election results 2025 highlights: BJP takes early lead, key AAP candidates including Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi trailVote counting for the 2025 Delhi assembly elections began, with the AAP and BJP seen as the main contenders. Exit polls suggest a close race, with a slight edge for the BJP. Voter turnout was 60.5%,..IndiaTimes - Published |
In show of support, TMC's Shatrughan Sinha campaigns for AAP's Atishi in DelhiTrinamool Congress leader Shatrughan Sinha visited Delhi to support Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi in her Kalkaji Assembly constituency campaign. Amid AAP and Congress tensions, Atishi accused BJP of..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Request intervention': Rahul Gandhi writes to Atishi, Nadda about humanitarian crisis at AIIMS DelhiRahul Gandhi wrote to Delhi's chief minister and Union health minister urging immediate action to aid patients suffering in poor conditions outside AIIMS. He highlighted the lack of essential..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Criminals were sent to kill Arvind Kejriwal': Atishi says Kejriwal car attackers linked to BJP, Pravesh Verma countersIndiaTimes - Published | 'Roaming like a hirni': BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri triggers another controversy with jibe at Atishi, AAP respondsBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Delhi's Kalkaji, Ramesh Bidhuri, triggered another controversy, stating that Delhi Chief Minister and his nearest rival Atishi is "roaming like a hirni"..DNA - Published |
BJP rakes up Atishi link, AAP questions timingBJP has linked AAP to NGOs that supported clemency for Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, alleging associations with individuals advocating anti-national activities. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu..IndiaTimes - Published | Delhi elections: CM Atishi launches crowdfunding ahead of Kalkaji contestDelhi Chief Minister Atishi launched a crowdfunding campaign, urging public support for her election bid from the Kalkaji seat. Highlighting BJP's financial power, she emphasized AAP's reliance on..IndiaTimes - Published |
'BJP will pick CM who hurls most abuses': CM Atishi takes jab at Ramesh Bidhuri in run up to Delhi pollsDelhi chief minister and AAP leader Atishi criticised BJP for not announcing a chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections and suggested Ramesh Bidhuri, who is known for using..IndiaTimes - Published | This 'galli-galoch' party doesn't have any agenda, narrative or CM face: Atishi slams BJPDelhi CM Atishi criticized BJP for lacking an agenda beyond insulting Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal stated the upcoming Delhi polls are a direct contest between AAP and BJP, not part of the INDIA alliance...IndiaTimes - Published |
'Kitne bungalow chahiye iss bangla devi ko': BJP on Atishi over 'Sheesh Mahal' rowThe BJP accuses Delhi CM Atishi of diverting attention from alleged corruption in the construction of 'Sheesh Mahal' at Kejriwal's former residence. They question the necessity of another bungalow when..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Lying, doesn’t want to offend Arvind Kejriwal': BJP shares PWD letter after Atishi's claim over being thrown out of Delhi CM houseA fresh controversy over the Delhi CM's residence arose as AAP leader Atishi accused the BJP-led Union government of canceling her housing allotment. Atishi claimed to be removed from her home for the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'He can't even walk without help': Delhi CM Atishi in tears over Ramesh Bidhuri's remark on her father - videoDelhi chief minister Atishi became emotional during a press conference after BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri made personal remarks about her father, who is unwell at 80. Bidhuri claimed Atishi changed her..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Atishi changed her father': After Priyanka comment, BJP's Bidhuri lands in more trouble; 'shameless', says KejriwalBJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri was criticized by AAP's Arvind Kejriwal for derogatory remarks against Delhi Chief Minister Atishi. Kejriwal condemned the statements, emphasizing the people's disapproval...IndiaTimes - Published |
'Just like hat-trick in cricket, Kejriwal, Atishi and Sisodia going to lose': Congress' Sandeep DikshitCongress candidate Sandeep Dikshit criticizes AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, and Manish Sisodia, predicting their defeat in the upcoming Assembly polls. He alleges mismanagement and controversial..IndiaTimes - Published | Delhi CM Atishi urges LG to stop temple demolitions; Saxena's office calls it 'cheap politics'Delhi CM Atishi has urged Lieutenant Governor Saxena to reconsider orders for demolishing religious structures, including those significant to Dalit communities. She stressed the need for consultation..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Objectionable, personally hurt': Delhi LG writes to Atishi over Arvind Kejriwal's 'temporary CM' remarksLieutenant Governor VK Saxena expressed his objections to Delhi CM Atishi over Arvind Kejriwal referring to her as a 'temporary CM'. Saxena emphasized the insult to her and criticized Kejriwal's..IndiaTimes - Published | Public bus staff to be suspended if vehicles not stopped for picking women commuters: CM AtishiDelhi chief minister Atishi announced that drivers and conductors of DTC and Cluster buses would be suspended if they drive away from designated stops without picking up female passengers. She urged..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Atishi will be arrested': Arvind Kejriwal makes big claim ahead of Delhi Assembly pollsKejriwal accused the BJP of conspiring against the Delhi government, alleging that they've been trying to inconvenience residents for the past decade.DNA - Published | 'They have planned to arrest Atishi': Kejriwal responds to BJP's criticism on AAP's welfare schemesArvind Kejriwal alleges plans to arrest CM Atishi and senior AAP leaders in fake cases before the Delhi elections. He claims two new schemes by the AAP government have rattled BJP. BJP accuses AAP of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Chess Athlete Tania Sachdev questions Delhi govt for lack of recognition of sport, CM assures...She urged Delhi Chief Minister Atishi and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal to "see value in support chess athletes".DNA - Published | 'Visit these areas and see the hellish conditions': LG slams Delhi govt after ground visits; Kejriwal says 'thanks'Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena highlighted the "hellish living conditions" in parts of Delhi, sharing visuals of overflowing sewers and resident complaints about power cuts and sanitation..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi polls: AAP releases final list of candidates; Arvind Kejriwal to contest from New Delhi, Atishi from KalkajiThe Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) unveiled its final list of 38 candidates for the Delhi Assembly elections. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will seek re-election from New Delhi, while Atishi will contest from..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Presented 3,000 pages of evidence': Kejriwal-led AAP delegation meets EC over 'mass voter deletion' conspiracyDelhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi met with the Chief Election Commissioner to address concerns regarding alleged mass deletion of voters' names, primarily targeting vulnerable groups...IndiaTimes - Published |
'You all deserve to suffer, lose limbs': Panic grips Delhi as over 40 schools receive bomb threatOver 40 Delhi schools received bomb threats demanding $30,000, causing widespread panic and student evacuations. The chilling emails warned of hidden explosives and potential injuries. Chief Minister..IndiaTimes - Published | Atishi vows AAP won’t field candidate against BJP’s Vijender Gupta in Delhi elections—but on one conditionDelhi chief minister Atishi offered to not field a candidate against BJP's Vijender Gupta in Rohini elections if Gupta could secure the reinstatement of 10,000 bus marshals. Atishi also offered to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Defamation case: Delhi court stays proceedings against Delhi CM Atishi, next hearing on December 2A Delhi court has temporarily halted the defamation proceedings against Delhi Chief Minister Atishi. The case, filed by BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor, stems from allegations made by Atishi..IndiaTimes - Published | Atishi launches Delhi solar portal; will help power consumers become 'prosumers'IndiaTimes - Published |
Kailash Gahlot resigns: Delhi CM Atishi to handle his departments, proposal sent to LGDelhi chief minister Atishi will retain all departments previously overseen by Kailash Gahlot, who resigned from both the Delhi Cabinet and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Gahlot cited dissatisfaction with..IndiaTimes - Published | Swati Maliwal pours bottle of polluted water outside Delhi CM Atishi's residence; WATCHShe also placed the bottle of polluted water just outside the gate of Chief Minister Atishi's residence.DNA - Published |
Delhi CM Atishi announces hiked minimum wage for unorganised sector workersDelhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday announced Rs 18,066 in minimum wage for unskilled, Rs 19,929 for semi-skilled, and Rs 21,917 for skilled workers in the unorganised sector.DNA - Published | 'This is Arvind Kejriwal's...': Atishi takes charge as 8th chief minister of Delhi, leaves Kejriwal chair emptyAtishi has retained the 13 portfolios she held in the Kejriwal government, including those of education, revenue, finance, power and PWD.DNA - Published |
