KKN Gurugram Desk | The battle for Delhi has entered its final phase, with votes being counted for the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025. The exit polls predicted a strong victory for BJP, but past elections have shown that AAP has a history of proving pollsters wrong. The three-way contest between BJP, AAP, and Congress has made the election results even more significant.
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The vote counting began at 8 AM on Saturday, February 8. Initial trends show BJP leading ahead of AAP, while top AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, and Manish Sisodia, are trailing in key constituencies.
Delhi Election 2025: High-Stakes Battle Between AAP, BJP, and Congress
Delhi voted for its 70 Assembly seats in a single phase on February 5, 2025. The voter turnout stood at 60%, slightly lower than the 62.8% recorded in 2020. This election was a major test for Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP, which had dominated the last two elections. However, early trends suggest that BJP is set for a landslide victory.
The Congress party, once a dominant force in Delhi, struggled to stay relevant in this election. Though exit polls predicted a poor performance for Congress, the party still has the potential to influence results by cutting into AAP’s vote share.
Can AAP Defy Poll Predictions Once Again?
Since its debut in Delhi elections in 2013, AAP has often outperformed exit poll predictions. In 2020, pollsters estimated that AAP would win around 54 seats, but it secured a landslide victory with 62 seats. Similarly, in 2015, AAP surprised everyone by winning 67 out of 70 seats.
However, this time, the scenario looks different. Key AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Atishi, are trailing. If the trends hold, BJP is likely to form the next government in Delhi.
Key Constituencies and Candidates in Delhi Elections 2025
The battle for Delhi is being fought in several high-profile constituencies. Some of the key seats include:
- New Delhi – Arvind Kejriwal (AAP) vs Parvesh Verma (BJP) vs Sandeep Dikshit (Congress)
- Jangpura – Manish Sisodia (AAP) vs Tarvinder Singh Marwah (BJP) vs Farhad Suri (Congress)
- Shakur Basti – Satyendra Kumar Jain (AAP) vs Karnail Singh (BJP) vs Satish Luthra (Congress)
- Kalkaji – Atishi Marlena (AAP) vs Ramesh Bidhuri (BJP) vs Alka Lamba (Congress)
- Okhla – Amanatullah Khan (AAP) vs Braham Singh (BJP) vs Parvez Hashmi (Congress)
With top AAP leaders struggling to maintain their seats, the party’s dominance in Delhi seems to be under threat.
Delhi Election 2025: Early Trends and Big Developments
BJP Takes Early Lead
As per early Election Commission trends, BJP is leading in more than 40 seats, crossing the halfway mark needed to form the government. AAP, on the other hand, is ahead in 30 seats.
Manish Sisodia Concedes Defeat in Jangpura
AAP leader Manish Sisodia lost to BJP’s Tarvinder Singh Marwah in Jangpura. Accepting his defeat, Sisodia said, “We contested with full dedication, but fell short by 600 votes. I congratulate the winning candidate.”
Arvind Kejriwal Trailing Behind in New Delhi
After the 9th round of counting, BJP’s Parvesh Verma has taken a lead over AAP’s Arvind Kejriwal by 1,170 votes in the New Delhi constituency.
Celebrations at BJP Office as Party Nears Victory
As trends show BJP heading for a two-thirds majority, celebrations have begun outside the party office in Delhi. BJP state president Virendra Sachdeva joined party workers, cheering for what seems like a historic win.
PM Modi to Visit BJP Headquarters at 7:30 PM
With BJP looking set for victory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the BJP headquarters in Delhi at 7:30 PM to congratulate party workers.
Why is AAP Facing a Tough Challenge in Delhi?
AAP’s electoral struggles in Delhi Election 2025 can be attributed to multiple factors:
- Anti-Incumbency: After ruling for 10 years, AAP faced voter fatigue, leading to declining support.
- Corruption Allegations: BJP leaders have frequently accused AAP of corruption, especially regarding the Delhi Liquor Policy case.
- Weakened Leadership: With Manish Sisodia and Satyendra Jain under legal scrutiny, AAP lost two of its most influential leaders before the elections.
- Strong BJP Campaign: BJP, under the leadership of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah, aggressively campaigned in Delhi, highlighting governance, law and order, and economic development.
Final Predictions: Will BJP Secure a Clean Sweep?
While the counting is still underway, early trends suggest BJP is set to win Delhi with a two-thirds majority. AAP, despite past successes, is struggling to match its previous performances. Congress remains a non-factor, failing to make any significant impact.
If trends continue in this direction, BJP will return to power in Delhi after more than 25 years, breaking AAP’s dominance in the capital.
The Delhi Election 2025 marks a turning point in the capital’s political landscape. BJP’s likely victory could bring a major policy shift and redefine governance in Delhi.
For AAP, this election could serve as a wake-up call, pushing them to reassess their strategies for the future. Meanwhile, Congress faces an existential crisis, as its declining vote share signals a loss of relevance in Delhi politics.
With the final results expected soon, all eyes are on the Election Commission for the official declaration of winners. Stay tuned for the latest updates on Delhi Assembly Election Results 2025.
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