New Delhi: The former Chief Minister of Delhi, Shiela Dikshit has been appointed as the Governor of Kerala. The decision was taken by Union Government led by Congress.

The fact has ignited condemnation from other political parties. On Wednesday, 's leader said that it was a smart move made by Congress as being the governor will act as a shield for Dikshit.

He said while Dikshit will be in office, no criminal proceedings can be instituted or continued against her.

It is notable that former Chief Minister of Delhi had alleged Dikshit of corruption charges including her alleged role in Commonwealth games held in Delhi in the year 2010.

Kejriwal won with 28 seats in pocket in the Assembly elections which were held in December 2013. Thereafter, had formed the government in the capital city of the country. Kejriwal resigned as CM in January.

Shiela Dikshit, 75, will replace Nikhil Kumar from the designation who is a former police commissioner of Delhi. Nikhil Kumar is likely to contest for Lok Sabha polls from Bihar.