Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for appointing Atishi as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, alleging that her family campaigned to save the convicted terrorist Afzal Guru from execution. Maliwal referred to Atishi as a 'Dummy CM' and expressed concerns over national security, sharing a mercy petition purportedly written by Atishi's parents on behalf of Guru, who was executed in 2013. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal proposed Atishi's name, which was accepted by party MLAs, as he plans to resign from the chief ministership. The BJP has also condemned the decision, labeling Atishi a 'puppet' and suggesting a lack of confidence in AAP's leadership amid internal struggles. Critics warn that this appointment will lead to public backlash in future elections. Atishi, a prominent figure in AAP, holds multiple key portfolios and has been involved in significant educational reforms in Delhi.