Arvind Kejriwal slams Centre over Delhi's law and order situation, calls it a 'jungle-raj

He also demanded the Centre hand over the police administration to the state government.

"It is alarming to witness a 'jungle raj' prevailing within the national capital, leading to a deep sense of insecurity among its residents," Kejriwal told the media on the sidelines of a programme here where he inaugurated EV charging points

Responding to posers from journalists about a meeting convened by the Delhi Lieutenant Governor on law and order. The Chief Minister said merely holding meetings would serve no purpose.

The LG's meeting on law and order came against the backdrop of continuous concerns raised by the CM about the worsening situation and staff shortage in police stations.

“It appears the central government lacks a concrete plan to improve law and order in Delhi. Merely convening meetings will not suffice, it is merely a formality," Kejriwal said.

He accused the Centre of having "misplaced priorities" that were fomenting "lawlessness" in the national capital and urged the BJP-led Central Government to prioritise its own responsibility with regard to law and order and let the elected Delhi government-run in peace.

Referring to Monday's incident when bike-borne miscreants waylaid a car at gunpoint and looted Rs 2 lakhs in broad daylight at Pragati Maidan underpass, Kejriwal said it was "shocking" and pointed out that the crime spot was very close to the planned G-20 venue. "This incident, captured on camera, exemplifies the lawlessness here," he added.

He expressed disappointment over the situation and said, "If the Centre cannot handle Delhi’s law and order, then they should give the police to the state government, which will make Delhi safe."