Atishi’s Controversial Surname “Marlena” Back In Spotlight As She Becomes Delhi’s New Chief Minister | ABP Live

Atishi is set to become Delhi's new Chief Minister. Her full name is Atishi Marlena, and the surname "Marlena" has sparked controversy over the years. Many believe that the name "Marlena" is derived from Marx and Lenin, as her parents were thought to be influenced by their ideologies. During the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, this led to claims that Atishi was not Hindu, prompting her to temporarily drop the surname. However, "Marlena" still appears in official documents. Some say Atishi chose the name herself during school, combining Marx and Lenin. She belongs to the Punjabi Rajput community, her father, Vijay Singh, is a professor at Delhi University, and her mother's name is Tripti.