Symbolism takes centrestage with temple tours, tridents and PPE kits

TRAFFIC in New Delhi constituency came to a standstill on chilly Wednesday morning. Not because of any routine traffic jam, but unending cavalcades of poll contestants.

- ASHISH SRIVASTAVA

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal led the charge, with a grand show alongside his wife. In a departure, Kejriwal added a dash of 'ladies first' to his grand spectacle, with women supporters taking the front row in his mega roadshow—a symbolic move to highlight the party's focus on women's welfare, and also their votes.

And, of course, it wouldn't be a proper Kejriwal outing without a visit to the Hanuman Mandir at Connaught Place. He also sought blessing at a Valmiki temple—a ritual he has diligently followed before any major political or legal challenges—be it elections, court appearances, or ED/CBI summons.