BJP Marks A Comeback in Delhi Elections 2025, Arvind Kejriwal Suffers Defeat

BJP's Victory After Three Decades

The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections have concluded with a game-changing result for the political landscape of India's capital. After 27 years in the opposition, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a resounding victory, signaling a dramatic shift from the previous decade of Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) dominance.

New Delhi Constituency Battle

The contest in the New Delhi constituency was particularly fierce, with high stakes for the AAP as Arvind Kejriwal, the party's chief, faced off against BJP's Parvesh Verma. In a closely fought battle, Verma emerged victorious, edging out Kejriwal by just 4,089 votes. Final tallies showed Verma leading with 14,464 votes while Kejriwal trailed close behind with 14,226 votes. Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit, meanwhile, was left far behind, securing only 4,568 votes.

BJP's Emergence as a Dominant Force

The shift towards the BJP was evident across the state, as the party led in 42 out of 70 seats by midday, comfortably crossing the majority mark needed to form the government. While the AAP managed to win 17 seats and led in five more, it was a significant decline from its previous stronghold in the region. The Congress, on the other hand, struggled to secure any decisive leads, marking a period of concern for the party’s future prospects in the capital.

Elections Marked by Challenges for AAP

AAP faced numerous challenges throughout the election period, including accusations of BJP attempting to poach its candidates. Moreover, there were concerns over the timeliness of booth-wise vote data, which potentially impacted AAP's strategies. Despite these setbacks, AAP leadership remained optimistic with leaders like Saurabh Bhardwaj maintaining that Kejriwal could potentially return as Chief Minister for a fourth term.

People's Choice Reflected in High Turnout

This election saw a substantial voter turnout of 60.54%, highlighting the engagement and enthusiasm of the electorate in shaping the future political framework of Delhi. As BJP leaders celebrated the victory, crediting it to the public's desire for development, the atmosphere at the BJP headquarters was buoyant with confidence.

As the dust settles on these election results, the dynamics of Delhi's leadership are set for a significant transformation, echoing wider political currents across the country.