Many experts believe the appointment of Dikshit is a reflection of the seriousness of Congress about winning back support in Delhi.
The party feels that if it fails to form an alliance with AAP, the BJP stands a chance to repeat its 2014 success, netting all seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi.
'When my own party has put me out to graze, what greener pastures do I look for?'
The party believes the jolts of the early 1990s in the state has taught it some vital lessons and it is ready to rectify them.
Getting the 130-year-old party to make a break from tradition is no mean achievement.
Prashant Kishor has convinced all to play the masterstroke and bring a written-off party back on the playing field.
It's no secret that the former Delhi CM was initially less than enthusiastic about the prospect.
The three-time former Delhi chief minister is likely to become 'grand old party's Kiran Bedi'.
The party is preparing grounds to deflect criticism of the Nehru-Gandhi family in the event of a dismal performance once again in the state.
To improve air quality, focus on reducing cars but do stand up for non-polluting citizens also.
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