Swati Maliwal is an Indian politician and social activist. She is currently a member of the Sajya Sabha parliament, representing New Delhi.
Due to her participation and interest in women related activism and welfare, she was appointed as the Chairperson, Delhi Commission for Women, DCW which was formed in 1996 to oversee the safety and security of women.
Let’s go into details of the celebrated Indian female activist and politician from Career, Political Career and other areas we can touch.
Early Life and Background
Swati Maliwal was born on the 15th of October, 1984 in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. She is a social activist and politician known for her significant contributions to women’s rights and anti-corruption movements in India.
Maliwal was born into a family with a military background as her father was an officer in the Indian Armed Forces. She faced domestic abuse from her father during her childhood, which she has spoken about publicly.
She attended Amity International School and later pursued higher education in Information Technology, receiving a bachelor’s degree from the JSS Academy of Technical Education.
Swati Maliwal Husband
Swati Maliwal married Naveen Jaihind, a fellow activist she met during the anti-corruption movement led by Anna Hazare, on January 23, 2012. The couple later divorced in February 2020.
Activism and Political Career
Maliwal’s activism began with her joining the NGO ‘Parivartan’, co-founded by Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. She played a pivotal role in the 2011 Indian anti-corruption movement, which led to the passage of the Jan Lokpal Bill. Her political journey continued as she served as the chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) from July 2015 until January 2024, when she assumed office as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha representing Delhi.
Swati Maliwal Husband’s Outburst
Recall that Swati’s ex-husband came out to raise an alarm, indicating that her life is in danger after an alleged assault was meted on her.
According to reports, she has alleged that she was assaulted by Bibhav Kumar, the personal secretary of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
Maliwal claimed that Kumar slapped her several times, dragged her while kicking her in the chest, and the incident took place at the Chief Minister’s residence.
Following the incident, there has been significant media coverage and public discussion. The National Commission for Women (NCW) summoned Bibhav Kumar for a hearing. Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) confirmed the allegations and stated that Kejriwal has directed stern action to be taken in the matter.
Additionally, Swati Maliwal underwent a medical check-up at AIIMS, Delhi, and was reported to have suffered internal injuries on her face. The Delhi Police has intensified its search for Bibhav Kumar after an FIR was registered in connection with the case.
This incident has stirred considerable controversy and has been a topic of discussion in the media and among the public, raising questions about internal conflicts within the AAP and the implications for the party in upcoming elections.