Ahead of the Delhi elections, the Aam Aadmi Party has inducted another person into its fold. Najafgarh social activist Tarun Yadav joined the party on Wednesday in the presence of Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh and MLA Durgesh Pathak.
According to sources, Yadav could replace former transport minister and Najafgarh MLA Kailash Gehlot, who recently resigned and joined the BJP. Tarun’s wife Meena Yadav, who is an independent councillor, also joined AAP.
Singh said, “Many people have joined AAP in this election to strengthen the campaign and stand up to Arvind Kejriwal’s vision. Tarun Yadav’s induction will further strengthen the party and our collective mission. This addition will strengthen our campaign efforts.”
Singh said that Tarun is a well-known social activist of Najafgarh. Pathak said, “Tarun has been involved in social and political activities in Najafgarh for years, always stepping forward to help the needy…His wife is a two-time independent councillor.”
Yadav said, ‘I am very happy to join Aam Aadmi Party. Looking at Arvind Kejriwal’s policies and vision, I have decided to become a member of the party.