AAP's freebie politics not enough for middle class? Delhi's aam aadmi feels 'betrayed' by Kejriwal & Co
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While many middle-class residents appreciate AAP's contributions to education (via govt schools) and healthcare (through mohalla clinics) as well as its efforts to aid the underprivileged with free services, they also feel betrayed by unfulfilled promises, especially in delivering clean and efficient governance.
What is middle class saying?
«The middle class initially backed the Anna Hazare movement and then Kejriwal for his anti-corruption stance. We sought good governance, clean surroundings, decent roads and development, but witnessed nothing substantial,» Rakesh Kumar in Trilokpuri told ToI. «What unfolded were scandals and ministers facing jail time. Free utilities might appeal to those living hand to mouth, but not to us.»
«Development in our area occurred about 15 years ago under a proactive MLA. Now, the roads are deteriorating. Nothing new has been added. And the tug of war between Delhi and central govts only hurts the city,» reported ToI quoting businessman Devendra Tyagi of Chhatarpur similarly lamented the decline in civic infrastructure.
Air quality is also a cause for distress for households. Orthopaedic Dr Rakesh, 56, of Dwarka was in a dilemma. «There were only four voters in the queue before me and I still hadn't decided who to vote for,» he said. «Important issues like pollution, which affects my family directly, remain unaddressed by candidates. My son jokingly intends to vote for a candidate with a green chilli symbol.»
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