In a recent statement, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal hinted at the BJP's continuous grip on power, suggesting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi prefers Amit Shah as his successor. Reacting to this, the BJP seized the opportunity to affirm their stance, interpreting Kejriwal's remarks as an acknowledgment of their forthcoming third term in power.

BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi countered Kejriwal's claims, suggesting that his comments on succession within the BJP indicate a lack of trust in his own party members. Trivedi took a dig at Kejriwal, highlighting his inability to rely on AAP colleagues despite facing legal troubles.

Kejriwal's criticism of Modi's leadership style was met with irony by Trivedi, who pointed out the AAP leader's own track record of sidelining dissenting voices within his party, such as Prashant Bhushan, Yogendra Yadav, Kumar Vishwas, and Kiran Bedi. Trivedi accused Kejriwal of abandoning the principles he once advocated upon entering politics.

Trivedi also mocked Kejriwal's past involvement in a liquor scandal, suggesting that in moments of intoxication, individuals tend to reveal their true intentions, as Kejriwal allegedly did regarding Modi's return to power.

Kejriwal's insinuation about Modi grooming Shah as his successor after turning 75 next year was seen by Trivedi as a tacit acceptance of Modi's enduring authority.

Kejriwal's recent remarks inadvertently suggest the BJP's continued dominance in Indian politics, with Modi likely to remain at the helm, at least for the foreseeable future.

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