BJP rides 'Ashwamedha Rath' hoping to capture Delhi

NEW DELHI: With the hope of capturing power in the capital in the November 29 assembly polls, the BJP unveiled its 'Ashwamedha Rath' which would
cover all the constituencies.

"This is for the first time we are starting 'Ashwamedha Rath'. Like in religious scriptures, the purpose is to get victory in the elections," a senior BJP leader said.

The present-day chariot is equipped with modern communication systems, including video and audio facilities. The party would use the rath to highlight the "failures of Congress
government in Delhi in the last 10years”.

The chariot's first stop was Greater Kailash where party's chief ministerial nominee V K Malhotra is a candidate. A large cutout of Malhotra was displayed in front of it.

However, when it will visit other constituencies, the cut-out of the party's respective candidates will be on display.

There is a large screen placed on the chariot showing video films on price rise and terrorism. The party's campaign songs will also be played.

At an election rally, Malhotra alleged that the Sheila Dikshit-led Congress government has neglected farmers and rural areas in the capital.

Thousands of farmers are still waiting for compensation from the Delhi government which acquired their land and handed it over to DDA, he alleged.

He said the BJP if voted to power, would increase the compensation to Rs two lakh per acre. It would also be increased annually, Malhotra said.

Source : Times Of India