Faceoff: Netizens spar over AAP's resolution against Rakesh Asthana
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Faceoff: Netizens spar over AAP's resolution against Rakesh Asthana

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NEW DELHI. The ruling Aam Aadmi Party in New Delhi has passed a resolution against the appointment of Rakesh Asthana as the Commissioner of Police. AAP lashed out at the Centre over the move and said that Asthana will be used to “create a reign of terror” against the party in the national capital.
Delhi: AAP passes resolution against appointment of Rakesh Asthana as Police Commissioner

Delhi: AAP passes resolution against appointment of Rakesh Asthana as Police Commissioner


In a dramatic turn of events, the ministry of home affairs on Tuesday appointed Rakesh Asthana, a 1984-batch IPS officer, as the new police commissioner of Delhi, four days before he was due to retire from service.

The move drew sharp reactions from opposition and many on Twitter.


'Contempt of Supreme Court'


However, there were many who believed that Asthana's appointment was well deserved, given his key role in solving terror cases.

Defying powerful lobbies

Many mocked AAP government's resolution against Asthana

'Anti-nationals to have tough days ahead'

Others claimed Asthana has always been favored by Modi-Shah duo


'Gujarat cadre given preference'

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