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White Hat- Facts and Figures
By- Sanjay Kumar Bissoyi
By- Sanjay Kumar Bissoyi
The national capital election is always important for several
reasons. 2013 assembly elections, when
Aam Aadmi Party led by Arvind Kejriwal, a creation of Anna Hazare’s
anti-corruption movement, trounced Congress; Sheila Dikshit herself was
defeated by Kejriwal from New Delhi Assembly constituency.
Arvind Kejriwal formed the government with
support of Congress; although he resigned within 49 days as he could not pass
the Jan Lokpal Bill he had promised to the electorate. Kejriwal resigned on
14 February 2014 and since then the state is under President’s rule. Delhi
Election got over on 7th February and now
we are waiting for Result which will be announced on 10th.
BJP named former IPS officer Kiran Bedi as
its CM candidate for upcoming Assembly elections. Equated to 2013’s three
cornered Congress-BJP-AAP fight, this time fight is between BJP and AAP. BJP is
now trying to run the show by producing a once Anna Hazare’s crusader on the
dais against Kejriwal.
The Association for Democratic Reform data
shows that 673 candidates from over 70 parties are contesting the election for
70 constituencies in Delhi. 230 (34 per cent) out of 673 candidates are
crorepatis. 114 (17 per cent) out of 673 candidates have declared criminal
cases against themselves. During the previous Delhi Assembly elections in 2013,
out of 796 candidates analyzed, 130 (16 per cent) candidates had declared
criminal cases against themselves. According Opinion Poll Result conducted by
various news channels shows that AAP will emerge as victorious where 67 percent
of voters’ turnout recorded. The Data also shows that the number of crorepati candidates has catapulted in AAP and BJP tops the list of candidates with most number of criminal cases against them.
Delhi has seen the governance of BJP that
changed three CMs in its five year term and it also saw an AAP government of 49 days. Delhi has also seen a Congress CM that governed for three successive terms.
Delhi voters now have decided who to choose; do they want stability and
sustained good governance in their state or the empty rhetorical promises and
opportunistic politics?
Yellow Hat- Optimism/Support
By- Saloni Saini
By- Saloni Saini
In the present scenario, the political setup of the national capital has
been molded in such a manner that it lays great scope for political
opportunism. But people often confound between opportunism and cynicism. Being
a political opportunist is nothing but availing the opportunities that come in
one’s way, without causing any societal harm.
BJP being the most powerful political party in the country at the moment
couldn’t find an appropriate Delhi CM candidate. Thus they ‘parachuted’ Kiran
Bedi, which was later termed as ‘gross political opportunism’ by Congress and
‘iconic political somersault and opportunism’ by AAP. In this case, BJP used
Bedi’s immaculate image for projecting her as an ideal CM candidate, whereas
the ever reluctant Kiran Bedi used this as a chance to enter politics with her
most favored party. Furthermore, Barack Obama’s presence on Republic Day served
as an election campaign opportunity for the saffron party. Hence, all parties
tend to cash upon the opportunities that come in their way.
Former AAP member who recently went on to join BJP, Shazia Ilmi also
held Kejriwal as being an opportunist. If for Kejriwal joining politics by
means of forming AAP was opportunism, then Ilmi switching from AAP to the
saffron party can also be dubbed as mere opportunism.
Several Congress members like Alka Lamba, Arvinder Singh Lovely (son of
Congress leader Buta Singh) went on to swap parties in a quest for better
political prospect. Individual candidates switch from one party to another;
people from distinct professions join politics at the cost of their existing
professions because this gives them a superior political chance.
There is nothing subpar in seizing the opportunities that come in one’s
way. Rather opportunistic politics not only breaks the monopoly of the dominant
political parties, it also provides the voters an array of options to choose
from.
Black
Hat- Criticism
By- Saba Fatmi
By- Saba Fatmi
This
phenomena of opportunism is not new in politics, it has been availed by
politicos to gross their whims and wishes since ages and hoodwinking the
masses. Currently the state of affairs hovering around the Delhi elections
manifests “new age opportunism”. Every single party is fooling around
analogously but claims to be poles apart from the other.
The
deceitful attempts pursued by all the parties are in the fore, be it BJP, AAP
or Congress; all are sailing on the same boat. From the very onset of their
career, both Arvind Kejriwal and Kiran Bedi have been despising the arena of
politics but as we know now they both are battling neck to neck for the same
spot. We can very much say that India against Corruption movement of 2013 was
the podium for many aspiring politicians to fulfill their desires and
camouflaging it behind the welfare of the people.
The
instances of switching off from one party to another also depict the very act
of opportunism; wherever lion’s share is available they instantaneously get
lured by it. Initially Kiran Bedi used to be a great critique of Narendra Modi
and presently she can sing praises for him. She refused the offer from AAP
to be a CM candidate for 2013 Delhi elections but accepted BJP’s proposal
currently, what does this imply?
Arvind
Kejriwal also showed erratic conduct within the span of his 49 days tenure as
Delhi CM but committed a blunder by resigning from the post to stir his
political career on the national platform of the general elections of 2014.
Apparently
media acts as propagandist and fosters these politicos in proliferating their
aspirations by duping the masses. But imperatively one thing should be kept
clear-cut by these politicians in their brains that “masses are not asses” and
the tables are turning around, public are becoming more aware and reciprocating
to these beguiling deeds.
Green
Hat- Creative Solutions
By- Erick Massey
By- Erick Massey
The term
opportunist, if labeled against a person may make or mar the credibility and
potential in the virtual frame. It then enhances the chimera related to that
individual which is not justified as the flow of thoughts and opinions is such
that it emanates in a jiffy, so the reaction time is negligible to handle the
little known ‘absolute’. So, there should be caution against certain words like
‘handle with care’ as a little misuse of that could then result in an epoch of
uncertainties.
However,
there is no denying the fact that there have been many opportunists
collaborating, breaking bonds and reuniting here and there for personal gain.
So,
sensible selection of candidates should be made keeping aside the face value
and permanent selection for temporary gains for example, inclusion of Kiran
Bedi against Kejriwal.
Opportunism
is healthy if the intention favors the welfare of public, which we have seen
under certain cases however that becomes tainted if a person exercises
self-centered practices neglecting the latter.
So,
equal balance should be made as the political ‘sand’ entraps the actual vision.
Hence,
the media and people should make a sensible approach too in order to avoid over-hyping
certain personalities as it becomes a catalyst for them to proceed. Instead,
they should be welcomed with healthy criticism to prove their worth.
Delhi
election is crucial and should be observed with vigilance. Yet another chance
for a change which was observed erstwhile too and this can mark a healthy and
strict response towards opportunists.
Blue
Hat- Expert Interview
By- Srivatsan Nadadhur
Sanoj Gautam, Asst. Producer in NDTV, IT head of Patparganj BJP (Delhi)
By- Srivatsan Nadadhur
Sanoj Gautam, Asst. Producer in NDTV, IT head of Patparganj BJP (Delhi)
Q.) What
are your thoughts about the opportunists in today’s political scenario in
Delhi?
Ans) Opportunists will not be able to bell the cats because voters in Delhi are aware and they will certainly send them in a tight corner. For example, BJP will suffer a lot because of its parachute candidates like Vinod Kumar Binny.
Q.) Do you think that political parties have a role in vacating places for personal gains?
Ans) If any political party is doing it for development and growth than there is no harm in going for personal gains. It is a huge challenge to run any political party and no party can be always right.
Ans) Opportunists will not be able to bell the cats because voters in Delhi are aware and they will certainly send them in a tight corner. For example, BJP will suffer a lot because of its parachute candidates like Vinod Kumar Binny.
Q.) Do you think that political parties have a role in vacating places for personal gains?
Ans) If any political party is doing it for development and growth than there is no harm in going for personal gains. It is a huge challenge to run any political party and no party can be always right.
Q.) Do
you think it is all about Give and Take politics or there is more to it?
Ans) Giving and taking is a universal thing and I take it positively. In hung assembly, outcome is always negative so it is better to opt for alliance.
Ans) Giving and taking is a universal thing and I take it positively. In hung assembly, outcome is always negative so it is better to opt for alliance.
Q.) How
this infusion of opportunistic politics is going to affect the people?
Ans) It has a negative impact on people. They don’t consider them as reliable and stable. They understand that opportunists aim at doing money business and most of the time they fail to deliver. However, I personally believe that the word opportunist is positive. If you get an opportunity, won’t you jump to grab it?
Ans) It has a negative impact on people. They don’t consider them as reliable and stable. They understand that opportunists aim at doing money business and most of the time they fail to deliver. However, I personally believe that the word opportunist is positive. If you get an opportunity, won’t you jump to grab it?
Red Hat- Public Opinion
By- Ankit Chatterjee
By- Ankit Chatterjee
Vasu goel, student (BVP)
Q.)What do you have to say on the recent trend of
opportunistic politics?
Ans) Opportunistic politics is the new dark phase of Indian politics. Opportunists, who don’t even know the real meaning of politics, try to govern over a state or a country. They just use their face value to bank in votes and major political parties use them as a mascot. We don’t even know with these people are eligible for such posts or not.
Ans) Opportunistic politics is the new dark phase of Indian politics. Opportunists, who don’t even know the real meaning of politics, try to govern over a state or a country. They just use their face value to bank in votes and major political parties use them as a mascot. We don’t even know with these people are eligible for such posts or not.
Q.)Is it generated by political parties or
political ambitions of a person?
Ans) It is definitely created by the political ambitions of a person. Money, fame, post, retirement and career; they get everything.
Ans) It is definitely created by the political ambitions of a person. Money, fame, post, retirement and career; they get everything.
Q.)What positive points can be gathered from that?
Ans) Positive thing about this trend is that people are getting options about the leaders they have to elect. Major parties are now corrupt and it gives an opportunity to new ambitious leaders to jump in and bring up the change.
Ans) Positive thing about this trend is that people are getting options about the leaders they have to elect. Major parties are now corrupt and it gives an opportunity to new ambitious leaders to jump in and bring up the change.
Yogesh kumar, student (Delhi University)
Q.)What do you have to say on the recent trend of
opportunistic politics?
Ans) This is not just a trend but mere a strategy from each party or an opportunist candidate.
This new 'trend' is intense and increasing every day. Delhi being at the centre has witnessed it in recent elections.
Ans) This is not just a trend but mere a strategy from each party or an opportunist candidate.
This new 'trend' is intense and increasing every day. Delhi being at the centre has witnessed it in recent elections.
Q.)Does it always lead to a wrong candidate in
power?
Ans) Not always, there have been some changes in the system in recent times. It has happened in Delhi too where some ambitious politicians came forward by using a few opportunities.
Ans) Not always, there have been some changes in the system in recent times. It has happened in Delhi too where some ambitious politicians came forward by using a few opportunities.
Q.)How does Delhi become a base for all such
activities?
Ans) Well it is the centre to all the political activities so it is more intense in Delhi and a few other places too. The importance of Delhi is such that each party try to make its impact in any manner.
Ans) Well it is the centre to all the political activities so it is more intense in Delhi and a few other places too. The importance of Delhi is such that each party try to make its impact in any manner.
Introduction
Sanjay Kumar Bissoyi, 22, Graduate in Sociology from Behrampur University, Pursuing Diploma in Odiya Journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Dhenkanal
Saba Fatmi, 22, Graduate in Economics from Jamia Milia Islamia Delhi, Pursuing Diploma in
Erick Massey, 23, Graduate in
Ankit Chatterjee, 22, Graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Former Journalist at tadpoles
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