Today, Ram Niwas Goel called his duty off as Delhi assembly speaker. He announced his retirement from electoral politics at the age of 76 years old. He had a distinguished career spanning over a decade. He reasoned his retirement, stating old age issues and needing to spend more time with his family.
His retirement marked an end of an era as a speaker. He worked with an unending dedication and commitment; he’s been instrumental in maintaining the decorum and dignity of the Delhi Assembly.
Goel expressed his desire to retire in a letter to Arvind Kejriwal, saying that” he wants to spend more time with his family and continue contributing to the party in a nonpolitical capacity”.
Arvind Kejriwal has praised Goel’s contribution to the party, acknowledging his commitment and dedication to the cause. Other party members have also paid tribute to Goel, referring to him as a father figure to the party.
However, with Goel’s retirement, thet Aam Aadmi Party is in a bit of chaos, as his retirement will likely have some implications for the Shahdara constituencyin the Delhi assembly in East Delhi..