Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, has written a letter to Bhupendra Patel seeking an appointment for a meeting in Gujarat. The development comes amid rising political tensions ahead of the local body elections in the state.
The Arvind Kejriwal Letter to Bhupendra Patel was shared via AAP Gujarat’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, highlighting concerns over the alleged crackdown on party workers.
AAP Alleges Mass Arrests of Workers
According to the party, more than 160 AAP workers have already been arrested across Gujarat. The Arvind Kejriwal Letter to Bhupendra Patel also raised serious concerns that over 10,000 workers could be targeted in the coming days.
AAP has termed these arrests as “illegal” and politically motivated, claiming they are aimed at weakening the party’s presence ahead of the elections.
Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Elections
The Arvind Kejriwal Letter to Bhupendra Patel comes at a time when political activity is intensifying in Gujarat. AAP leaders have alleged that the ruling BJP is unable to tolerate the party’s growing popularity in the state.
➡️ આમ આદમી પાર્ટીના રાષ્ટ્રીય સંયોજક @ArvindKejriwal એ ગુજરાતના મુખ્યમંત્રી @Bhupendrapbjp ને પત્ર લખીને મુલાકાત માટે સમય માંગ્યો.
➡️ ગુજરાતમાં સ્થાનિક સ્વરાજ્યની ચૂંટણી પહેલા આમ આદમી પાર્ટીના કાર્યકરોની મોટા પાયે ગેરકાયદેસર ધરપકડ કરવામાં આવી રહી છે. 160 થી વધુ કાર્યકરોની ધરપકડ… pic.twitter.com/rbjJXNtgtv
— AAP Gujarat (@AAPGujarat) April 2, 2026
The party further claimed that such actions reflect fear among ruling leaders as AAP continues to expand its support base among voters.
AAP Slams BJP Over Alleged Crackdown
In the Arvind Kejriwal Letter to Bhupendra Patel, the party has strongly criticized what it described as “goondaism” and suppression of democratic rights. AAP leaders said that the people of Gujarat do not support such actions and will respond through their votes.
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The statement emphasized that the arrests and alleged harassment of workers could backfire politically.
AAP Calls for Dialogue and Accountability
Through the Arvind Kejriwal Letter to Bhupendra Patel, the party has sought a formal meeting with the Chief Minister to discuss the situation and address concerns regarding law and order.
AAP reiterated its commitment to democratic values and stated that it will continue to raise its voice against what it calls injustice and misuse of power in Gujarat.