Who is Atishi Marlena, New CM of Delhi?

September 19, 2024

Arvind Kejriwal has stepped down from his role as the Chief Minister of Delhi, making way for Atishi Marlena to take over as the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This decision was finalized during a recent meeting with AAP lawmakers, where Kejriwal proposed Atishi’s name as his replacement. The party members agreed unanimously to have Atishi as the next leader.

AAP Leadership Transition

After Kejriwal’s resignation, choosing a new Chief Minister began. Atishi Marlena was selected as the preferred candidate, beating out Kailash Gahlot, another senior leader in the party. Interestingly, under this new leadership, the AAP has decided not to appoint a deputy chief minister.

Who is Atishi Marlena?

Atishi Marlena was born on June 8, 1981, into a scholarly family in Delhi. Both of her parents are professors at Delhi University, and her husband, Praveen Singh, works in the field of education. The name “Marlena” is inspired by the ideologies of Marx and Lenin, reflecting her early influences.

Education and Early Life

Atishi attended Springdales School for her early education. She later graduated from St. Stephen’s College in 2001. She went on to study at Oxford University with the help of a Chevening scholarship in 2003, followed by a Rhodes scholarship to continue her studies at Magdalen College in 2005. These prestigious scholarships highlight her academic excellence.

A Shift in Public Persona

In 2018, Atishi decided to drop “Marlena” from her public name, preferring to go simply by “Atishi.” This was a deliberate choice to focus more on her professional achievements and less on her family background. She wanted to build a stronger public identity as a leader in social work and education. This shift reflects her desire to present herself as a focused and independent political leader.

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