The central leadership of the Congress on Wednesday almost rendered Delhi unit chief Sheila Dikshit powerless and delegated authority to the three working presidents, amidst a brewing rebellion in the state party. In a letter to Dikshit, Delhi Congress in-charge P.C. What is most intriguing is that a majority of Delhi Congress leaders believe that Dikshit had not dissolved the committees and a clique was operating from behind the scenes, taking advantage of her poor health. This group enjoys the blessings of former state party president J.P. Agarwal and the three working presidents — Rajesh Lilothia, Haroon Yusuf and Devender Yadav. Ironically, all these leaders have trained in politics under Sheila Dikshit and grew as her staunch loyalists during her three terms as Delhi chief minister.

Source: The Telegraph July 17, 2019 21:28 UTC