Dynamite News Sheila Dikshit appointed as new Delhi Congress President
Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit appointed President of Delh unit of the Congress, succeeding Ajay Maken who resigned last week, sources said.
New Delhi: Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit appointed President of Delh unit of the Congress, succeeding Ajay Maken who resigned last week, sources said.
The 80-year-old leader is likely to be assisted by two Working Presidents, the sources added.
Dikshit served as Delhi Chief Minister for three consecutive terms till 2013 when the Congress lost power.
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