Somnath Bharti is an Indian politician associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), a prominent political party in India. Born on May 10, 1974, in Uttar Pradesh, Bharti has been a prominent and often controversial figure in Delhi's political landscape.
Bharti first gained national attention when he was elected as a member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly in 2013 from the Malviya Nagar constituency. He was subsequently appointed as the Law Minister of Delhi in the newly formed AAP government led by Arvind Kejriwal.
However, Bharti’s tenure as Law Minister was marked by several controversial incidents. One of the most notable incidents was the midnight raid he led in Khirki Extension, a locality in Delhi, in an attempt to crack down on an alleged drug and prostitution racket involving African women. The raid was widely criticized for its alleged racial profiling and human rights violations, leading to calls for his resignation.
Bharti’s confrontational and sometimes controversial approach continued in subsequent years. He was accused of making inflammatory statements and engaging in public disputes with various individuals and groups, including fellow politicians, police officials, and bureaucrats.
Despite the controversies, Bharti remained active in politics and was re-elected in the 2015 Delhi Legislative Assembly elections. His political career has been marked by a mix of policy initiatives and headline-grabbing actions, often overshadowed by the controversies surrounding him.
In addition to his political activities, Bharti has been involved in various social and community initiatives. He has advocated for issues such as access to clean water and affordable housing for the underprivileged.
Somnath Bharti’s political journey reflects the complex nature of Indian politics, where passionate advocacy and headline-making actions sometimes come hand in hand with controversy and public scrutiny. His actions and decisions have led to a divided perception of his role in politics, with some viewing him as a fearless champion of social justice and others critiquing his methods and conduct