Mateen Ahmed joins AAP: In a significant blow to Congress, veteran leader and five-time MLA from Seelampur, Mateen Ahmed, has switched allegiance to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). His departure from Congress adds to the partys challenges as it gears up for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections.Senior leaders family already with AAPMateen Ahmed, a long-time Congress stalwart, has officially joined AAP, following in the footsteps of his son Chaudhary Zubair and daughter-in-law Shagufta Chaudhary, who both joined the AAP on October 29. Shagufta is currently serving as a councilor in Delhi, further strengthening AAPs influence in Seelampur.Legacy and role in CongressMateen Ahmed held the Seelampur seat under Congress from 1993 to 2013, establishing himself as a prominent face in the constituency. Additionally, he served as chairman of the Delhi Waqf Board twice, first in 2004 and then in 2009. He also held the position of Vice President of the Delhi Jal Board during his tenure in the Congress government.Boost to AAPs prospects in SeelampurKnown for his popularity in Seelampur, Ahmeds shift to AAP is expected to bolster the partys presence in the constituency, where it has won consecutive terms in 2015 and 2020. With a competitive election forecasted, AAPs latest move could give it a stronger foothold. However, sources indicate that some local Muslim leaders have expressed displeasure with Ahmeds switch to AAP, indicating potential discord within the constituency.
