KKN Gurugram Desk | The Raipur Nagar Nigam Election 2025 has become a closely contested battle between the BJP’s Meenal Choubey and Congress’s Deepti Dubey. This time, the Raipur Mayor seat is reserved for a general category female candidate.
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The election was conducted on February 11, 2025, but the voter turnout was lower than expected, creating concerns for both parties. With the vote counting underway, the suspense over Raipur’s next mayor will end soon.
Key Highlights of Raipur Nagar Nigam Election Results 2025
- Results for Raipur Nagar Nigam will be announced today.
- Election results for 70 wards of the city will also be declared.
- Tough fight between BJP and Congress for the mayor’s seat.
- Meenal Choubey (BJP) and Deepti Dubey (Congress) are the key contenders.
Live Updates on Raipur Nagar Nigam Election 2025
Vote Counting Begins – Initial Trends Favor BJP
The counting of votes for the Raipur Municipal Corporation elections started early in the morning at Sejbahar Engineering College campus under strict security and CCTV surveillance.
- 9:05 AM: The counting process started with postal ballots being counted first.
- 9:21 AM: BJP’s Meenal Choubey gains an early lead as the counting of ballot papers progresses.
- 9:40 AM: BJP continues to dominate in the early trends, leading in multiple wards.
- 9:59 AM: First ward result declared in Bemetara, where an independent candidate wins.
- 10:10 AM: BJP secures a strong lead in most wards.
- 10:20 AM: Over 40 wards see BJP candidates leading.
- 10:40 AM: Meenal Choubey extends her lead by 3,000 votes.
- 10:58 AM: Meenal Choubey takes a major lead of 17,000 votes against Deepti Dubey.
With BJP leading in multiple wards, it appears that Meenal Choubey could be the next Mayor of Raipur. However, official results are yet to be confirmed.
Tight Security for Vote Counting in Raipur
To ensure a fair and transparent counting process, the Election Commission of Chhattisgarh has implemented strict security measures:
- No electronic devices like mobile phones, smartwatches, laptops, or iPads are allowed inside the counting center.
- CCTV cameras are installed at the counting venue to monitor the process.
- 15 rounds of vote counting will take place at 1,095 polling stations across 70 wards in Raipur.
Who Are the Leading Candidates for Raipur Mayor?
Meenal Choubey (BJP)
Meenal Choubey, the BJP candidate for Raipur Mayor, is a prominent leader and has previously served as the Leader of Opposition in Raipur Nagar Nigam.
Deepti Dubey (Congress)
Deepti Dubey is contesting as the Congress candidate. She is the wife of former Raipur Mayor and Ex-Speaker Pramod Dubey. Deepti is known for her social work and has strong public support.
Both candidates have influential political backgrounds, making the election highly competitive.
How Many People Voted in Raipur Nagar Nigam Election 2025?
The voter turnout in Raipur was 49.58%, lower than the 2019 elections, where 53.09% votes were cast.
Here’s a breakdown of the Raipur voting percentage in 2025:
- Total voter turnout in Raipur district: 52.75%
- Men voters turnout: 53.27%
- Women voters turnout: 52.26%
- Total registered voters: 10.36 lakh
- Total votes cast: 5.13 lakh
The low voter turnout has worried both BJP and Congress leaders, as it could impact the final results.
Other Municipal Elections in Chhattisgarh
Apart from Raipur Nagar Nigam Election 2025, results for other municipal bodies are also being announced today. The key municipal areas include:
- Gobara Nawapara Nagar Palika
- Tilda Nagar Palika
- Mandir Hasaud Nagar Palika
- Abhanpur Nagar Palika
- MANA Camp Nagar Panchayat
- Kharoora Nagar Panchayat
- Chandkhuri Nagar Panchayat
- Samoda Nagar Panchayat
The final results for these areas will be declared by the evening.
Who Was the Mayor of Raipur in the Last Election?
In the last Raipur Nagar Nigam Election (2019), Congress candidate Ejaz Dhebar won the Mayor’s seat. However, back then, the Mayor was elected through an indirect voting system.
This time, direct voting was conducted for the Mayor post, making the election even more competitive.
What to Expect in the Final Raipur Nagar Nigam Election Results 2025?
With BJP leading in early trends, it seems likely that Meenal Choubey will become the next Mayor of Raipur. However, the final results will confirm the winner officially.
If BJP wins, it will be a major political boost for the party in Chhattisgarh municipal elections. On the other hand, if Congress makes a comeback, it could strengthen its hold in the state’s urban governance.
The final results will be declared by the evening, and the political landscape of Raipur Nagar Nigam will become clearer.
The Raipur Nagar Nigam Election 2025 is witnessing a close fight between BJP and Congress. While early trends favor BJP, the final results are yet to be announced.
With low voter turnout and tight competition, both parties are eagerly waiting for the final numbers. Will Meenal Choubey secure victory for BJP, or will Deepti Dubey turn the tables for Congress?
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Raipur Municipal Election Results 2025!
