KKN Gurugram Desk | The Delhi Assembly Election 2025 vote counting is underway, with BJP securing a strong lead in 48 seats, while AAP trails at 22 seats. Congress has failed to secure any leads so far. In a major blow to AAP, Arvind Kejriwal lost from New Delhi, while Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj lost the Greater Kailash seat by over 3,000 votes. BJP’s Garvit Singhvi won the Greater Kailash constituency with a margin of 49,594 votes. Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi won from Kalkaji by 3,580 votes. Bijwasan witnessed a tough contest, where BJP’s Kailash Gahlot led by over 9,600 votes after fourteen rounds of counting.
This election was a crucial test for AAP, which faced stiff competition from BJP and Congress. The campaign saw AAP promoting its welfare schemes and the ‘Delhi Model of Governance’, while BJP aggressively targeted the party over governance issues, including the ‘Sheesh Mahal’ controversy and water quality concerns.
Greater Kailash, Kalkaji, and Bijwasan: Key Assembly Battle Grounds
The fight for Delhi saw key electoral battles in the constituencies of Greater Kailash, Kalkaji, and Bijwasan. These constituencies became high-profile due to the presence of top AAP and BJP leaders.
- Kalkaji: Delhi CM Atishi contested against BJP’s Ramesh Bidhuri and Congress’s Alka Lamba.
- Greater Kailash: Saurabh Bharadwaj (AAP) fought against BJP’s Garvit Singhvi and Congress’s Shikha Rai.
- Bijwasan: BJP’s Kailash Gahlot contested against AAP’s Surender Bharadwaj and Congress’s Devendra Sehrawat.
The Delhi election results in these areas indicate a major shift in voter preference, especially in BJP’s favor.
AAP’s Poor Performance: Key Reasons for Setback
Despite AAP’s stronghold in previous elections, the party struggled to maintain its dominance. Several factors contributed to its underwhelming performance in the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections:
- Anti-Incumbency: After ten years in power, AAP faced voter dissatisfaction with its governance.
- Corruption Allegations: Liquor policy controversies and financial irregularities tainted AAP’s image.
- BJP’s Strong Campaign: PM Modi and BJP leaders aggressively campaigned, highlighting governance failures and law & order issues.
- Congress’s Presence: Though Congress failed to win seats, it divided the anti-BJP vote bank, affecting AAP’s vote share.
- Leadership Crisis: The legal troubles of Manish Sisodia and Satyendra Jain left AAP without two of its key leaders before the elections.
Election Results and Key Developments in Delhi Assembly 2025
Greater Kailash: Saurabh Bharadwaj Loses to BJP’s Garvit Singhvi
- AAP’s Saurabh Bharadwaj faced a major defeat in Greater Kailash, losing by over 3,000 votes.
- BJP’s Garvit Singhvi secured victory with 49,594 votes, signaling a strong pro-BJP sentiment in South Delhi.
Kalkaji: Atishi Secures Victory in a Close Fight
- After a tough battle, Delhi CM Atishi defeated BJP’s Ramesh Bidhuri by a margin of 3,580 votes.
- Atishi was trailing in the initial rounds but made a comeback in the final phases of vote counting.
Bijwasan: BJP’s Kailash Gahlot Maintains Strong Lead
- BJP’s Kailash Gahlot led by over 9,600 votes in Bijwasan after fourteen rounds of counting.
- AAP’s Surender Bharadwaj struggled to gain momentum, indicating BJP’s increasing urban voter base in Delhi.
BJP’s Strong Performance in Delhi: PM Modi’s Influence?
BJP’s dominance in Delhi Election 2025 highlights PM Narendra Modi’s continued influence over voters. The party’s campaign centered around:
- Targeting AAP’s Governance Failures: BJP criticized AAP’s ‘Sheesh Mahal’ controversy, corruption allegations, and poor handling of public services.
- Modi’s Development Agenda: BJP emphasized infrastructure growth, clean governance, and law & order improvements.
- Hindutva and Nationalism: BJP’s campaign also included cultural and nationalistic themes, attracting a large voter base.
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva stated, “The people of Delhi have trusted PM Modi’s leadership. We will now focus on making Delhi a developed capital.”
Election Campaigns: The Battle of Narratives
AAP’s ‘Welfare Model’ vs. BJP’s ‘Good Governance’
The AAP vs BJP fight was largely framed as a contest between welfare schemes and governance issues. While AAP showcased its education and healthcare reforms, BJP focused on Delhi’s governance failures and corruption allegations.
Congress’s Struggles Continue
- Congress failed to win any seat, reflecting its diminishing political relevance in Delhi.
- Despite a high-profile campaign, Congress could not capitalize on AAP’s weak performance.
Final Trends: Will BJP Secure a Historic Victory in Delhi?
With BJP leading in 48 seats, the party is poised to return to power in Delhi after 27 years. This election marks a significant setback for AAP, which had ruled Delhi since 2013.
If the final results confirm BJP’s victory, this would mean:
- AAP losing its stronghold in Delhi, raising questions about its future leadership.
- BJP’s continued dominance in Indian politics, with another crucial victory in a state election.
- Congress’s further decline, making it increasingly irrelevant in Delhi’s political landscape.
The Delhi Election 2025 has signaled a major political shift. With BJP heading for a decisive win, AAP’s governance model is under question. This election could redefine Delhi’s political future, with BJP aiming to implement a new governance structure in the national capital.
The final results will determine whether AAP can salvage its position or if BJP will create history by reclaiming Delhi after decades. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the Delhi Assembly Election Results 2025.
