Capital Conquest by Saba Naqvi in Paperback

The 2013 Delhi elections saw a surprising outcome as the newly formed Aam Aadmi Party, led by ex-bureaucrat and social activist Arvind Kejriwal, secured 28 out of 70 seats. Despite this initial success, Kejriwal's resignation just 49 days later led to doubts about the party's experience, organization, and ability to fulfill its promises. However, in 2015, the AAP made a comeback by winning 67 out of 70 seats in the Delhi assembly elections, defying all expectations. In her book Capital Conquest, political journalist and commentator Saba Naqvi delves into the party's innovative campaign strategies and sheds light on the inner workings of the party. With a focus on grassroots activism and a shift away from attacking the opposition, the AAP rewrote the rules of Indian politics and proved that alternative parties can thrive in the Indian political landscape. Naqvi also offers valuable insights into the recent rift within the party