BJP Secures Victory in Delhi After 27 Years, AAP Faces Setback

Delhi: After 27 years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to reclaim power in the national capital as the counting of votes in the Delhi Assembly elections progresses. The BJP has surged ahead, with a lead in 45 seats, well beyond the 36-seat mark required for a simple majority in the 70-member assembly.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Arvind Kejriwal, is trailing with leads in 28 constituencies, marking a significant decline from its previous dominance. Despite its efforts to secure a third consecutive term, AAP has struggled to maintain control over its traditional strongholds.

Congress Fails to Make an Impact

The Indian National Congress continues to face challenges in the capital, with early trends suggesting that the party may fail to secure a single seat. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate downplayed the party’s role in AAP’s performance, stating, “It’s not our responsibility to ensure AAP’s victory.” However, the results indicate Congress’s diminishing influence in Delhi’s political landscape.

BJP Celebrates as Victory Looms

With confidence in their growing lead, BJP workers and leaders have already begun celebrating at the party headquarters in Delhi. The BJP’s tally, which initially hovered around the majority mark, has steadily climbed to 45 seats, solidifying its position as the frontrunner.

In key constituencies:

• Senior BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri is leading in the Kalkaji constituency by 1,039 votes, ahead of his AAP and Congress rivals.
• Congress leader Alka Lamba is trailing closely behind AAP’s Atishi in a tightly contested race in the same constituency.

Kejriwal and Sisodia Fight Back

While the BJP dominates most constituencies, some AAP leaders are mounting a comeback:

• Arvind Kejriwal has regained the lead in the New Delhi constituency, surpassing BJP’s Parvesh Sahib Singh by 386 votes after initially trailing.
• AAP leader Manish Sisodia is leading in the Jangpura seat with a margin of 2,686 votes. Both Kejriwal and Sisodia faced early setbacks but have shown resilience as counting progresses.

A Historic Shift in Delhi Politics

This election marks a historic shift in Delhi’s political landscape, with the BJP poised to form the government after nearly three decades. The results reflect a significant change in voter sentiment, as the BJP’s strategic campaigning and grassroots mobilisation appear to have resonated with the electorate.

As the final results are awaited, the BJP’s momentum suggests a clear victory, reshaping the future of Delhi’s governance.

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