NEW DELHI: The Delhi BJP has raised questions about Aam Aadmi Party ’s expenditure on hoardings and posters. It has also alleged that AAP had indulged in money-laundering to generate funds for the assembly polls in the city.

“Each hoarding costs Rs 2.5-3 lakh per month. They (AAP) have put up hundreds of hoardings on main roads, bus shelters, inside Metro coaches, etc. How can a party, which is seeking donations from people to fight the elections, put up so many hoardings in the city? They must be spending close to Rs 100 crore on outdoor advertising. This shows they are indulging in money-laundering and getting funds from foreign sources, which they aren’t willing to reveal,’’ said Harish Khurana , spokesperson, Delhi BJP.

According to AAP’s website, it has collected close to Rs 2.33 crore since November 1, 2014. The party has reportedly spent a lot of money on outdoor advertising as well on ad-campaigns on radio. “Radio spots are expensive. They have booked radio spots on all major stations. AAP has always claimed to be an ‘honest and transparent’ party. Elections are yet to be announced but they started the campaign in November. Where are they getting the money from? They should disclose it on their website,’’ said Khurana.

Sources say the cost varies depending on the area. The cost is high in upscale areas and along the arterial roads. Most of AAP’s hoardings are on arterial roads and bus shelters. Sources say AAP’s aggressive campaign and expenditure on outdoor campaign has become a cause of concern for other parties.

According to an AAP spokesperson, “If BJP has a problem, they are free to approach EC with a complaint. As and when anyone seeks details of our expenditure, the party will give them out. Khurana need not worry about AAP’s expenditure. Meanwhile, he should also reveal where 75% of his party’s income is coming from.’’

South Delhi MP Ramesh Bidhuri had earlier questioned AAP’s funding pattern. “They are fooling people by asking them to donate. They can’t put up so many hoardings with these donations alone,’’ said Khurana.

