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The next Chief Minister of Delhi, along with the council of ministers, will likely take an oath on February 20 at Ramlila Maidan, following the BJP's resounding victory in the recent assembly polls.

Next Delhi CM likely to take oath at Ramlila Maidan on Feb 20: BJP sources

The next Chief Minister of Delhi, along with the council of ministers, will likely take an oath on February 20 at Ramlila Maidan, following the BJP's resounding victory in the recent assembly polls.

The next chief minister of Delhi along with the council of ministers is likely to take oath at the Ramlila Maidan on February 20, party sources said on Monday.
The oath ceremony is likely to be held around 4.30 pm on February 20, which is expected to be attended by top BJP leaders, including chief ministers from the party-ruled states, the sources said.
A BJP legislative party meeting, which was to be held on Monday, has been postponed to most likely Wednesday when the party will finalise on the candidate for the chief minister's post, the sources said.
The details of the oath ceremony will be discussed at the meeting, they added.
The BJP returned to power in Delhi after more than 26 years by sweeping the recent Assembly polls, the results of which were announced on February 8.
The party ended the decade-long rule of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), winning 48 seats in the 70-member House to AAP's 22.
The victory was sweetened by the defeat of AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, who lost his New Delhi seat to BJP's Parvesh Verma.

BJP demands cancellation of Sheesh Mahal’s property merger, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of corruption. The party vows that the next Delhi CM won’t stay in the controversial bungalow.

BJP urges Delhi LG to restore 'Sheesh Mahal' to Its original state; expedite probe into violations

BJP demands cancellation of Sheesh Mahal&rsquo;s property merger, accusing Arvind Kejriwal of corruption. The party vows that the next Delhi CM won&rsquo;t stay in the controversial bungalow.

The BJP on Monday requested Lt Governor VK Saxena to cancel the merger of four properties with the "Sheesh Mahal" (6, Flagstaff Road) that was used by the party as a political weapon to target AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal over corruption issues during recent Assembly polls.&nbsp;
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said that the bungalow was expanded by merging four government properties and he has written to the Lt Governor VK Saxena for cancelling the amalgamation of those properties.
He said that the new government to be formed by the party will take a call regarding future use of the bungalow and added "The next Chief Minister of Delhi will not stay in it."&nbsp;
The reconstructed bungalow was the official residence of Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi Chief Minister from 2015 till October 2024 when he vacated it after resigning from the post under fire from the BJP over corruption charges.
Newly elected BJP MLA from Rohini, Vijendra Gupta, who was Leader of Opposition in the 7th Delhi Assembly dissolved last week, said that the Chief Minister of BJP will not live in the bungalow as it was under investigation over alleged irregularities.&nbsp;
Gupta said that the land of the demerged properties and used the land for other official purposes like the construction of government quarters.&nbsp;
The BJP for more than two years, more so during the Assembly election campaign, hit hard at Kejriwal levelling allegations of corruption including irregularities in the reconstruction of the bungalow and lavish interiors, high-end domestic goods and fixtures there.&nbsp;
Kejriwal transformed the bungalow into "an ultra-luxurious 'Sheesh Mahal' by "illegally annexing" neighbouring government properties, Gupta wrote to the LG.&nbsp;
"The scope of these unauthorized alterations is particularly concerning. What was meant to be a standard official residence has been transformed into a lavish complex spanning more than 50,000 square meters," he charged in the letter.&nbsp;
He said that the merged properties included eight Type-V flats at 45 and 47 Rajpur Road, and the two government bungalows (8-A and 8-B Flag Staff Road) with the 6, Flagstaff road bungalow.&nbsp;
"I urgently request your intervention to restore these properties to their original independent status and return 6-lag Staff Road to its previous area of less than 10,000 square meters," he said.&nbsp;
Gupta also requested the LG to expedite the ongoing investigation into these alleged violations, saying swift action is crucial for ensuring accountability and restoring public trust in government institutions.

P Chidambaram criticizes the Union Budget 2025-26, calling it a politically motivated plan that neglects the poor. He accuses FM Nirmala Sitharaman of cutting capital expenditure to improve fiscal deficit while ignoring rising inflation.

Budget politically driven with Delhi polls in mind: P Chidambaram

Congress leader P Chidambaram criticizes the Union Budget 2025-26, calling it a politically motivated plan that neglects the poor. He accuses FM Nirmala Sitharaman of cutting capital expenditure to improve fiscal deficit while ignoring rising inflation.

Congress leader P Chidambaram on Monday said the Union Budget 2025-26 was a 'politically-driven budget' with Delhi elections in mind as it ignored the poor and bottom half of the population.
Initiating discussion on Union Budget 2025-26 in Rajya Sabha, Chidambaram also accused Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of claiming to improve fiscal deficit by cutting Centre's capital expenditure and grants-in-aid to states and terming it as bad economics.
"There ought to be a philosophy behind the Budget, but I cannot find one in this Budget. I shall not attempt to do so because after going through the Budget speech and Budget numbers, I believe there is no philosophy behind the Budget," he said.
Chidambaram further said, "It is obvious that the budget was politically driven, I shall not elaborate upon that but I congratulate the finance minister for achieving one of her objectives a couple of days ago." He was referring to BJP's win in the Delhi assembly elections.
The former finance minister also stated that the MGNREGA daily wage could have been increased "because the poorest are the ones who are going for MGNREGA work" and also the statutory minimum wage across the board under the Minimum Wages Act, could have been raised and that could have benefitted thousands and thousands of labourers.
"She (Sitharaman) did nothing. But, she was focussed on the Income Tax and she was focussed on the Delhi elections," Chidambaram asserted.
Referring to the Income Tax relief provided in the Budget, he said, "She remembered the middle class but what about the section of people she has forgotten?" Citing government data, Chidambaram said between 2012 and 2024, in the 12-year period, food inflation was 6.18 per cent, education inflation was 11 per cent, healthcare inflation was 14 per cent.
"These have crippled Indian households. Household savings have fallen from 25.2 per cent to 18.4 per cent," he said, adding as per household consumption survey in 2023, the average monthly per capita expenditure of a rural family is only Rs 4,226 and in urban areas it is only Rs 6,996.
"What has this budget done for the average Indian household in the bottom 50 per cent and the bottom 25 per cent? Nothing? What relief has the finance minister given them?" Chidambaram asked.
He also said the wage of a salaried male worker has fallen in the last seven years from Rs 12,665 per month to Rs 11,858 per month. The wage of a self-employed male worker has fallen from Rs 9,454 per month to Rs 8,591 per month.
"What is the position? The position is incomes are falling, wages are falling, government expenditures are not keeping pace with the promises, household net savings have fallen. Household debt has risen. This is the plight of the bottom 50 per cent of India. There is nothing in this Budget for the bottom 50 per cent," Chidambaram said.
Stressing that the Rajya Sabha cannot be divided into one half speaking for the top 50 per cent and one half speaking for the bottom 50 per cent, he said, "I am quite happy to speak for the bottom 50 per cent but I want the treasury benches also to impress upon their minister to speak for the bottom 50 per cent of India." The senior Congress leader also alleged that the government's various schemes, including the PLI and Make in India, are "spectacular" failures and these have not been able to meet targets and not been able to generate employment.
He added that at present "the gravest challenge facing the country is unemployment".
Chidambaram also accused the FM of cutting capital expenditure to improve the fiscal deficit from a target of 4.9 per cent to 4.8 per cent.
"But how did she achieve this 4.8 per cent? She cut capital expenditure by the Central government by Rs 92,682 crore. Not revenue expenditure... She cut the grants-in-aid to states for creating capital assets, another form of capital expenditure, by Rs 90.887 crore," he said.
He further said, "So total cut in capital expenditure by Centre and the states in the current year will be Rs 1,83,569 crore. By cutting capital expenditure by such a humongous amount she saved on the fiscal deficit Rs 43,785 crore," he said, adding that cutting capital expenditure could have been understood had the saving of the fiscal deficit been equally big.
"But after cutting Rs 1,83,000-odd crore, she saved about Rs 44,000 crore. Is it a good policy? I don't know, Is it good economics? I say no. It is not good economics," Chidambaram asserted.

Congress leader Sukhjinder Randhawa foresees mid-term elections in Punjab as AAP faces turmoil after its Delhi defeat. He claims MLAs may leave, leading to instability.

Congress' Sukhjinder Randhawa predicts mid-term polls in Punjab amid AAP crisis

Congress leader Sukhjinder Randhawa foresees mid-term elections in Punjab as AAP faces turmoil after its Delhi defeat. He claims MLAs may leave, leading to instability.

Congress MP and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Monday predicted mid-term elections in the state, citing the possibility of AAP MLAs leaving the party in large numbers following its defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections.
AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to meet Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, state ministers, and party MLAs in Delhi on Tuesday.
This meeting follows AAP's significant loss in Delhi and growing speculation about internal unrest within its Punjab unit.
Commenting on the impact of the Delhi elections on Punjab, Randhawa told reporters, "He had said that 'if I am corrupt, don't vote for me.' Now Delhiites have put their stamp, and Kejriwal has lost badly. One supremo says that no one is honest except him, his deputy CM (Manish Sisodia) lost, his jail minister lost."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa says, "... This CM will not work in Punjab anymore. Punjab's condition, economy, law and order situation is the worst... Now they (AAP) have understood that their work is finished in Delhi... In Punjab, there will be mid-term&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/ELy54yvZzx">pic.twitter.com/ELy54yvZzx</a>
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Taking a dig at AAP's leadership, he added, "Their (AAP) meetings are taking place in Delhi, Kejriwal should have gone there (Punjab). Several of their MLAs are in contact with different parties. They will fall in such a manner and a number of people will leave the party. I would like to urge the high command that we desist from taking their MLAs and ministers."
When asked about reports suggesting that AAP MLAs were in touch with the BJP, Randhawa pointed to Mann's long-standing connection with Delhi. "If they are in touch with them, I think Punjab will be harmed in the future," he said.
Predicting political instability, he stated, "There will be mid-term polls. If a few leaders go to the BJP, then there will be bypolls. Bhagwant Mann has no control... So it is likely that there will be mid-term polls. If they (AAP MLAs) go, they will come in the Congress because the BJP has no future in Punjab."
Criticizing the Mann-led government, Randhawa asserted that Punjab needs a government that prioritizes the welfare of its people. "I need to ask Bhagwant Mann that there have been 12 hand-grenade attacks in Punjab, what has he done about it?" he questioned.

BJP secures a historic victory in Delhi after 27 years, defeating AAP as key leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, lose their seats. PM Modi hails the win as a triumph of good governance, while Congress fails to secure any seat once again.

Delhi Elections 2025: BJP returns to power after 27 years, AAP faces crushing defeat

BJP secures a historic victory in Delhi after 27 years, defeating AAP as key leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, lose their seats. PM Modi hails the win as a triumph of good governance, while Congress fails to secure any seat once again.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the Delhi Assembly elections on Saturday, reclaiming power in the national capital after 27 years.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faced a major defeat, with several key leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, losing in their strongholds.
This win further strengthens the BJP&rsquo;s hold on national politics, following its recent electoral successes in Maharashtra and Haryana.
The Congress, which had hoped for a revival in Delhi, failed to secure a single seat once again, marking its third consecutive zero tally in the assembly elections. The party had previously ruled Delhi for 15 years, from 1998 to 2013.
BJP won 48 out of 70 seats, while AAP secured 22 seats.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the BJP&rsquo;s triumph, attributing it to the "good governance" of the party both at the Centre and in states where it is in power.
"Jana Shakti is paramount! Development wins, good governance triumphs. I bow to my dear sisters and brothers of Delhi for this resounding and historic mandate to @BJP4India. We are humbled and honored to receive these blessings. It is our guarantee that we will leave no stone unturned in developing Delhi, improving the overall quality of life for the people, and ensuring that Delhi has a prime role to play in building a Viksit Bharat," Modi stated in a post on X.
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Jana Shakti is paramount! Development wins, good governance triumphs. I bow to my dear sisters and brothers of Delhi for this resounding and historic mandate to <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4India?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BJP4India</a>. We are humbled and honoured to receive these blessings. It is our guarantee that we will leave no&hellip;
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1888151102392336867?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"I am so proud of each and every @BJP4India Karyakarta, who has worked very hard, leading to this outstanding result. We will work even more vigorously and serve the wonderful people of Delhi," he added.
Among the prominent AAP leaders who lost the elections were former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj, former ministers Somnath Bharti and Satyendra Jain, as well as party leaders Awadh Ojha and Durgesh Pathak.
Chief Minister Atishi, however, secured a win from the Kalkaji constituency.
Accepting the people&rsquo;s mandate, Kejriwal congratulated BJP on its victory.
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"We accept the mandate of the people with great humility. I congratulate the BJP for this victory and I hope they will fulfill all the promises for which people have voted for them," Kejriwal said in a video posted on X.
"We have done a lot of work in the field of health, education, and infrastructure over the last 10 years. We will not only play the role of a constructive opposition but will also remain among the people and continue to serve them. We did not come into politics for the sake of power, we considered politics as a medium through which the people can be served," he added.
The election results largely aligned with exit poll predictions, which had indicated a BJP victory.
In the New Delhi constituency, BJP&rsquo;s Parvesh Verma defeated Kejriwal by over 4,000 votes. Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit received 4,568 votes. Atishi won from Kalkaji, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Ramesh Bidhuri by over 3,500 votes, while Congress&rsquo;s Alka Lamba secured 4,392 votes.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a>, outgoing CM &amp; AAP leader Atishi says, "I thank the people of Kalkaji for showing trust in me. I congratulate my team who worked against 'baahubal'. We accept the people's mandate. I have won but it's not a time to celebrate but continue the 'war'&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/1KfKmfh2dt">pic.twitter.com/1KfKmfh2dt</a>
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"I thank the people of Kalkaji for showing trust in me. I congratulate my team who worked against 'baahubal'...We accept the people's mandate. I have won, but it's not a time to celebrate, but to continue the 'war' against the BJP," Atishi told reporters.
Sisodia lost in Jangpura to BJP&rsquo;s Tarvinder Singh Marwah by a narrow margin of 675 votes. Conceding defeat, he expressed hope that the winning candidate would serve the constituency well.
Among other winners, Gopal Rai secured the Babarpur seat, defeating BJP&rsquo;s Anil Kumar Vashisht by 18,994 votes. Kailash Gahlot, who had switched from AAP to BJP before the elections, won from Bijwasan, defeating AAP&rsquo;s Surender Bhardwaj.
Several BJP leaders also emerged victorious, including Vijender Gupta from Rohini, Kapil Mishra from Karawal Nagar, and Ravinder Singh Negi from Patparganj.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed gratitude to the people of Delhi for their support.
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दिल्ली के दिल में मोदी&hellip;🪷 दिल्ली की जनता ने झूठ, धोखे और भ्रष्टाचार के &lsquo;शीशमहल&rsquo; को नेस्तनाबूत कर दिल्ली को आप-दा मुक्त करने का काम किया है। दिल्ली ने वादाखिलाफी करने वालों को ऐसा सबक सिखाया है, जो देशभर में जनता के साथ झूठे वादे करने वालों के लिए मिसाल बनेगा। यह दिल्ली में&hellip;
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"Delhi ke Dil mein Modi (Modi in the heart of Delhi). This is a victory of 'Modi ki Guarantee' and the faith of Delhiites in Modi ji's vision of development. Heartfelt gratitude to the people of Delhi for this massive mandate. Under the leadership of Modiji, BJP is determined to fulfill all its promises and make Delhi the number-one capital of the world," Shah stated.
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दिल्लीवासियों ने बता दिया कि जनता को बार-बार झूठे वादों से गुमराह नहीं किया जा सकता। जनता ने अपने वोट से गंदी यमुना, पीने का गंदा पानी, टूटी सड़कें, ओवरफ्लो होते सीवरों और हर गली में खुले शराब के ठेकों का जवाब दिया है। दिल्ली में मिली इस भव्य जीत के लिए अपना दिन-रात एक करने वाले&hellip;
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"People have responded to the dirty Yamuna, dirty drinking water, broken roads, overflowing sewers, and liquor shops open in every street with their votes. I heartily congratulate all the workers of BJP Delhi who worked day and night for this grand victory," he added.
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal took a sharp dig at AAP, stating that "God punishes" those who commit crimes against women.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a>, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal says, "If we see the history - if something wrong happens to any woman, god has punished those who commit that... It's because of the issues like water pollution, air pollution and the condition of the streets, that&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/7pxLQZGesi">pic.twitter.com/7pxLQZGesi</a>
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Her remarks were seen as a reference to the assault allegations she made against Kejriwal&rsquo;s personal aide, Bibhav Kumar.
AAP had previously dominated the last two Delhi Assembly elections, securing 62 out of 70 seats in 2020 and 67 seats in 2015.
Vote counting began on Saturday morning following polling on February 5.

BJP secures a decisive win in the Delhi Assembly elections, marking its return to power after 27 years. Leaders credit PM Modi's leadership and Amit Shah's strategic planning for the success, while AAP faces a major setback.

Union Ministers, allies credit Modi, Shah for BJP's landslide win in Delhi Elections

BJP secures a decisive win in the Delhi Assembly elections, marking its return to power after 27 years. Leaders credit PM Modi's leadership and Amit Shah's strategic planning for the success, while AAP faces a major setback.

Senior BJP leaders, Union ministers, and NDA allies on Saturday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s leadership and Home Minister Amit Shah&rsquo;s strategic planning for the BJP&rsquo;s decisive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections.
Leaders from the BJP and allied parties, including the NCP, Shiv Sena, and Lok Janshakti Party (RV), credited Shah for formulating "accurate" poll strategies that helped the saffron party reclaim power in Delhi after more than 26 years.
With the BJP securing a commanding win on 48 out of 70 seats, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) saw a significant decline, managing only 22 seats. Congress, meanwhile, yet again failed to open its account.
BJP had last held power in Delhi in 1998 before being ousted by the Congress, which governed the capital for three consecutive terms.
Allies of the BJP stated that the Delhi electorate had rejected the Congress, which had previously questioned the electoral process and claimed the Constitution was under threat.
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यह मोदीजी की गारंटी का कमाल है | महाराष्ट्र के बाद दिल्ली के मतदाताओं ने भी प्रधानमंत्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> मोदीजी के नेतृत्व पर पूर्ण विश्वास जताया है | भारतीय जनता पार्टी एवं एनडीए की जीत का सिलसिला जारी है | इसके लिए हार्दिक अभिनंदन और बधाई ! पिछले दस वर्षों से दिल्लीवासियों पर&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/RzMlZpoG3l">https://t.co/RzMlZpoG3l</a>
&mdash; Eknath Shinde - एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) <a href="https://twitter.com/mieknathshinde/status/1888133213811601805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"The voters have once again handed the Congress, which falsely claimed that the Constitution and elections are all in crisis, a complete defeat. Their lie has been defeated, and the voters have fully supported the truth," said Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called the victory a reflection of the people's trust in Modi&rsquo;s leadership and BJP&rsquo;s policies.
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दिल्ली के विधानसभा चुनावों में भाजपा की जबरदस्त विजय प्रधानमंत्री श्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> के नेतृत्व और <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4India?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BJP4India</a> की नीतियों के प्रति विश्वास की जीत है। इस देश की जनता का भरोसा मोदीजी की विश्वसनीयता और भाजपा की सुशासन और विकास की राजनीति में है। इस शानदार जीत के लिए मैं प्रधानमंत्री&hellip;
&mdash; Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/1888137110399688785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"BJP&rsquo;s landslide victory in Delhi is a victory of faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the policies of the BJP," Singh said.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari echoed similar sentiments, stating that the result validated the government's focus on development and governance.
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यह विकास और सुशासन की जीत है! दिल्ली में भाजपा को मिली ऐतिहासिक जीत प्रधानमंत्री श्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> जी के नेतृत्व में चहुंमुखी विकास पर जनता ने लगाई मोहर है। दिल्ली में विकास, सुशासन और सबका साथ, सबका विकास के मूलमंत्र के साथ सबको लेकर हम विकास के हाईवे पर आगे बढ़ रहे है। देश&hellip;
&mdash; Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) <a href="https://twitter.com/nitin_gadkari/status/1888137058394501533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"This is a victory of development and good governance," Gadkari remarked.
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized AAP, stating that Delhi voters had rejected its "politics of lies and theatrics."
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आज दिल्ली आप-दा मुक्त हो गई...दिल्ली की जनता को बधाई। यह जीत मोदी जी के प्रति जनता के विश्वास की जीत है, विकसित भारत के लिए विकसित दिल्ली बनाने के संकल्प की जीत है। यह जीत भारतीय जनता पार्टी के प्रति जनता के प्रेम और स्नेह की जीत है। आज जनता ने झूठ और नौटंकी की राजनीति का अंत&hellip;
&mdash; Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChouhanShivraj/status/1888143630998909341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Farmers in the national capital were tired of the 'AAP-da' government. Now the farmers will benefit from the policies of the Central government," Chouhan said.
The BJP had deployed several chief ministers and senior leaders across the country to campaign for the elections.
Chief Ministers Yogi Adityanath (Uttar Pradesh), Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), Mohan Yadav (Madhya Pradesh), Nayab Singh Saini (Haryana), Pushkar Singh Dhami (Uttarakhand), Pramod Sawant (Goa), and Bhajanlal Sharma (Rajasthan) were actively engaged in election rallies, public meetings, and roadshows.
Key NDA partners, including Eknath Shinde (Shiv Sena), Ajit Pawar (NCP), K Rammohan Naidu (TDP), and Chirag Paswan (LJSP-RV), praised Modi&rsquo;s leadership and Shah&rsquo;s election strategy.
"BJP got this success due to the trust in Narendra Modi's leadership and the accurate management of Amit Shah," said NCP leader and Rajya Sabha member Sunetra Pawar.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar congratulated Modi, Shah, and BJP President J.P. Nadda for the party&rsquo;s impressive performance in Delhi.
"Modi ji&rsquo;s guarantees have worked wonders in Delhi... After Maharashtra, the voters of Delhi have expressed faith in the leadership of Modi. The victory run of the BJP continues," Shinde stated, adding that voters had avoided a "disaster" and taught the Congress a lesson for making false claims about the Constitution being in danger.
JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad said that Delhiites had fully rejected AAP&rsquo;s governance, paving the way for better administration.
"Good days are coming for the people of Delhi as the same party ruling the Centre and the city will bring them a lot of benefits," Prasad noted.
Union Minister and TDP leader K Rammohan Naidu said the massive mandate reflected the public&rsquo;s confidence in a government that delivers on its commitments.
"With a double-engine Sarkar in state and Centre, the capital region is set to soar to new heights of prosperity and growth. Together, the NDA government will fulfill the aspirations of every Delhiite and build a stronger, brighter future for our great city," Naidu said.

The INDIA bloc faces internal conflicts as Congress and AAP rivalry deepens, leading to BJP's continued dominance in national politics. The alliance struggles to maintain unity ahead of key state elections.

INDIA bloc loses steam as BJP in driver's seat after Delhi poll results

The INDIA bloc faces internal conflicts as Congress and AAP rivalry deepens, leading to BJP's continued dominance in national politics. The alliance struggles to maintain unity ahead of key state elections.

Just eight months after its good showing in the Lok Sabha polls, the INDIA bloc seems to be running out of steam with internal bickering and conflicting ambitions resulting in diminishing electoral returns that have once again put the BJP in the driver's seat in national politics.
With the defeat of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi, the number of INDIA bloc governments in the country has come down to eight -- Karnataka, Jammu and Kashmir, Telangana, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
The INDIA bloc was formed in the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls with parties, often at loggerheads with each other in states, coming together with the sole objective of defeating the BJP that seemed primed to better its previous tallies in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha polls.
They may have not managed to stop the BJP from coming to power but preventing the saffron party from getting a majority on its own was no mean feat.
The INDIA bloc parties had repeatedly insisted that the alliance was for national polls and later it would be on a state-by-state basis. However, it had not envisioned that the electoral fights in the states could get nasty, leading to cracks in the overall alliance. The Delhi polls have been a case in point.
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The Congress, the largest constituent of the INDIA bloc, ran a high-decibel campaign against AAP, leading to a lot of bad blood between the two parties.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched a no-holds-barred attack on AAP and its convener Arvind Kejriwal with jibes like "architect of the liquor scam" and "sheesh mahal" being a regular feature in their campaign speeches.
The INDIA bloc parties such as the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC), though not having stakes in Delhi, threw their weight behind AAP on the grounds that it was best-suited to take on the BJP.
The distance between the Congress and smaller constituents of the INDIA bloc is growing as we saw in the Haryana polls when the Congress and AAP failed to strike an alliance and in Delhi where the two parties took on each other.
Though the INDIA bloc seems to be intact for the Bihar polls, the West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh elections in the coming years would test the alliance again as all constituents would find it difficult to come together.
The unease in the bloc and the consequences of bickering were being felt with many leaders voicing their disappointment with the result.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference leader Omar Abdullah passed a snide remark on the opposition parties over the Delhi assembly polls.
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="hi" dir="ltr"&gt;Aur lado aapas mein!!! &lt;a href="https://t.co/f3wbM1DYxk"&gt;https://t.co/f3wbM1DYxk&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a href="https://t.co/8Yu9WK4k0c"&gt;pic.twitter.com/8Yu9WK4k0c&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/OmarAbdullah/status/1888071546344034707?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;February 8, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
"Aur lado aapas mein!!! (Keep on fighting each other)," Abdullah posted on X with a meme.
Expressing strong disappointment, the CPI(M) and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) said the differences in the INDIA bloc paved the way for the saffron party's good show in the national capital.
The Marxist party vehemently attacked the Congress and accused them of facilitating the victory of the BJP in Delhi.
The IUML, however, opted not to directly criticise the grand-old party but made it clear that if the partners of the INDIA bloc had fought the election unitedly, they could have successfully resisted the saffron party from coming to power.
Senior CPI(M) leader and the convener of the ruling LDF, T P Ramakrishnan, alleged that the Congress did not support well for the effective functioning of the INDIA block.
"There was no support from the side of the Congress. If the party had taken the initiative, the alliance could have functioned more effectively. But the grand old party did not fulfil its responsibility," he said.
Accusing the Congress, he said the party did not adopt a favourable stand in taking the INDIA bloc together and united.
Reacting to the BJP's victory in the Delhi polls, veteran IUML leader P K Kunhalikutty said it would not have happened if the partners in the INDIA bloc stood united.
Had everyone in the alliance stood together, the result would have been different, Kunhalikutty said.
Asked whether it was the Congress that was the reason for the lack of unity in the opposition alliance, the IUML veteran said there was no point in blaming a single party for the poll outcome.
"Everyone in the alliance should discuss this matter and evaluate the poll results," he said, adding that immediate steps should be taken not to repeat such things in future.
The future of the bloc seems uncertain with the Congress and AAP still not willing to reconcile their differences.
The Congress said the results of the Delhi Assembly election are not a vindication of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies but a referendum on Arvind Kejriwal and AAP.
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="hi" dir="ltr"&gt;2025 के दिल्ली विधानसभा चुनाव के नतीजे अरविंद केजरीवाल और आम आदमी पार्टी पर जनमत संग्रह से ज्यादा कुछ नहीं है। &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;जब 2015 और 2020 में प्रधानमंत्री की लोकप्रियता के चरम पर थी , तब भी AAP ने दिल्ली में निर्णायक जीत हासिल की थी। &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;दिल्ली के चुनाव नतीजे प्रधानमंत्री की नीतियों पर&hellip;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/Jairam_Ramesh/status/1888154342324146298?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;February 8, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
"After all, at the height of the prime minister's popularity in 2015 and 2020, AAP had won decisively in Delhi. This shows that rather than being a vindication of the policies of the prime minister, this vote is a rejection of Arvind Kejriwal's politics of deceit, deception and vastly exaggerated claims of achievement," Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said in a post on X.
If the INDIA bloc has to bounce back, it needs to set aside personal differences and ambitions and show the cohesiveness and understanding that was seen in the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls. Till it does not do that, it is BJP firmly in the saddle.

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch has served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking evidence for his allegations of BJP attempting to bribe party candidates before the Delhi Assembly election results.

ACB serves notice to Kejriwal over claims of BJP poaching AAP candidates ahead of Delhi poll results

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch has served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking evidence for his allegations of BJP attempting to bribe party candidates before the Delhi Assembly election results.

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) on Friday served a legal notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, seeking details and evidence regarding his allegations that the BJP attempted to bribe his party candidates ahead of the Delhi Assembly election results.&nbsp;
The legal notice comes just a day before the counting of votes is scheduled to take place for the Delhi Assembly elections held on February 5.&nbsp;
The notice, delivered at Kejriwal&rsquo;s 5, Ferozeshah Road residence, has intensified the political tensions between AAP and the BJP, with the former calling it a politically motivated move.&nbsp;
The ACB&rsquo;s notice specifically refers to a post on X by Kejriwal accusing the BJP of offering bribes to 16 AAP candidates to switch sides.&nbsp;
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The notice asks Kejriwal to confirm whether the tweet was made by him and provide detailed information on the alleged poaching attempts.&nbsp;
It also seeks the names of the 16 candidates who received phone calls, the phone numbers of those who contacted them and any supporting evidence to substantiate these claims.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Provide the evidence and proof to support the claim/allegations of the offer of a bribe levelled by you and your party members on various media/social media platforms,&rdquo; the ACB notice reads.&nbsp;
The notice also warns of potential legal action, asking Kejriwal to explain why those spreading such allegations should not be prosecuted for creating &ldquo;panic and unrest&rdquo; among the people of Delhi.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Explain as to why an appropriate legal action should not be taken against the persons spreading such information on media/social media platforms, which is tantamount to creating panic and unrest situations amongst the people of Delhi,&rdquo; the notice reads.&nbsp;
Earlier, high drama unfolded as AAP strongly criticised the ACB&rsquo;s action, calling it an attempt to intimidate the party ahead of the election results.&nbsp;
AAP&rsquo;s legal cell chief Sanjeev Nasiar alleged that the ACB initially had no legal notice and was sitting outside Kejriwal&rsquo;s house without clarity on their purpose.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They did not have any legal notice at first. After one-and-a-half hours, they served us with a notice. This drama is orchestrated by the LG office in collusion with the BJP. The officers were under pressure,&rdquo; Nasiar claimed.&nbsp;
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh backed these allegations, stating that more than 16 AAP candidates had been approached by unidentified individuals attempting to lure them away from the party.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We have already released the phone number of one such instance and are now filing a complaint. I challenge the BJP to take action against at least one of them,&rdquo; Singh said.&nbsp;
The BJP, however, dismissed AAP&rsquo;s accusations, labelling them as baseless and an attempt to deflect attention from the party&rsquo;s internal troubles.&nbsp;
The controversy erupted after Delhi BJP general secretary Vishnu Mittal submitted a representation to Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, urging action against AAP for allegedly spreading misinformation about poaching attempts.

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena orders an investigation into AAP's claims that BJP attempted to lure its candidates with offers of Rs 15 crore and ministerial posts ahead of election results.

Delhi LG orders probe into AAP's allegations of BJP poaching candidates

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena orders an investigation into AAP's claims that BJP attempted to lure its candidates with offers of Rs 15 crore and ministerial posts ahead of election results.

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena has approved an investigation into AAP&rsquo;s allegations that the BJP attempted to lure its candidates ahead of the Delhi Assembly election results on February 8. The BJP dismissed AAP&rsquo;s claims as defamatory and an attempt to tarnish its image before the results.
Lt Governor Saxena emphasized the need for an inquiry and instructed authorities to examine the allegations.
In a social media post, AAP chief and former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal asserted that 16 AAP candidates had received offers from the BJP. He alleged that they were promised ministerial positions and Rs 15 crore each if they defected.
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कुछ एजेंसीज दिखा रही हैं कि गाली गलौज पार्टी की 55 से ज़्यादा सीट आ रही हैं। पिछले दो घंटे में हमारे 16 उम्मीदवारों के पास फ़ोन आ गए हैं कि &ldquo;आप&rdquo; छोड़ के उनकी पार्टी में आ जाओ, मंत्री बना देंगे और हरेक को 15-15 करोड़ देंगे। अगर इनकी पार्टी की 55 से ज़्यादा सीटें आ रहीं हैं तो&hellip;
&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1887520905753993278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Some agencies are showing that the abusive party (BJP) is getting more than 55 seats. In the last two hours, 16 of our candidates have received calls that if they leave AAP and join their party, they will be made ministers and given Rs 15 crore each," Mr. Kejriwal wrote in Hindi.
He also cast doubt on the exit polls predicting a BJP victory.
"If they are indeed winning more than 55 seats, why are they calling up our candidates? These fake surveys are a conspiracy to create an atmosphere to break AAP candidates. But not a single one of them will switch sides," he added.
Delhi Chief Minister and AAP candidate from Kalkaji, Atishi, also spoke out against the alleged attempts to poach candidates, questioning the BJP&rsquo;s confidence.
"If the abusive party (BJP) is getting more than 50 seats, then why are they trying to break our candidates by contacting them?" she posted on X.
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अगर गाली गलौज पार्टी की 50 से ज़्यादा सीटें आ रही हैं, तो यह हमारे प्रत्याशियों को संपर्क कर के तोड़ने की कोशिश क्यों कर रहे हैं? यह दिखा रहा है कि एक्ज़िट पोल एक साज़िश हैं आम आदमी पार्टी के विधायक तोड़ने की! <a href="https://t.co/3kKjiC4EQ4">https://t.co/3kKjiC4EQ4</a>
&mdash; Atishi (@AtishiAAP) <a href="https://twitter.com/AtishiAAP/status/1887528281043329324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Atishi further claimed that exit polls predicting a BJP win were manipulated to "demoralise AAP candidates and create an atmosphere where defections could be encouraged."
Following a complaint by the BJP against AAP&rsquo;s allegations, Lt Governor Saxena ordered an investigation.
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"The Lieutenant Governor has desired that this matter merits a thorough investigation through the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to establish the truth in the matter," a statement from VK Saxena&rsquo;s office read.
Polling for all 70 Assembly seats in Delhi concluded on Wednesday. As vote counting approaches on Saturday, the results will determine whether AAP secures a third consecutive term or if BJP ends its 27-year wait to govern the capital.

As Delhi awaits the Assembly election results, many voters would have opted for NOTA. But what happens if NOTA secures the highest votes? Here's how India's electoral system handles voter dissatisfaction and what it means for democracy.

Delhi Election Results: What happens if NOTA gets the most votes?

As Delhi awaits the Assembly election results, many voters would have opted for NOTA. But what happens if NOTA secures the highest votes? Here's how India's electoral system handles voter dissatisfaction and what it means for democracy.

Polling for the Delhi Assembly elections wrapped up on February 5, with results for all 70 constituencies set to be announced on February 8.
As the national capital eagerly anticipates the outcome, the political fate of Delhi rests in the hands of voters who turned out in large numbers.
The election battle has been a three-way contest between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Congress.
According to the Election Commission, the voter turnout stood at 60.42% till 11:30 pm.
Now, as more than 60% of voters cast their ballots, some voters might have opted for the None of the Above (NOTA) option, a unique feature in India's electoral system that allows voters to reject all candidates in their constituency.
But what happens if NOTA receives the highest number of votes? Let&rsquo;s dive into that.
<h3>What is NOTA?</h3>
The None of the Above (NOTA) option was introduced in Indian elections in 2013 after a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
Before that, voters had no option but to choose from the candidates on the ballot or leave it blank. However, the Supreme Court mandated that voters be given a chance to reject all candidates, signaling a shift toward a more transparent democratic process.
Since then, NOTA has been included in Lok Sabha, Assembly, and local body elections. It was first implemented in the 2013 Assembly elections in five states&mdash;Chhattisgarh, Mizoram, Rajasthan, Delhi, and Madhya Pradesh&mdash;and later expanded to the 2014 General Elections.
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On EVMs, NOTA appears as a symbol, placed at the bottom of the list of candidates, allowing voters to choose it if they do not wish to vote for any of the available options.
<h3>Why Was NOTA Introduced?</h3>
The introduction of NOTA was seen as a way to empower voters by giving them a voice if they felt none of the candidates were worthy of their support.
The Election Commission of India believes this option encourages voter participation in the democratic process. Although NOTA votes do not directly influence election results, they serve as a form of feedback on voter sentiment and dissatisfaction.
The Supreme Court&rsquo;s 2013 verdict made it clear that voting is a fundamental right, and so is the &lsquo;right not to vote&rsquo; or the &lsquo;right to reject&rsquo;. Thus, a voter&rsquo;s right to reject all candidates was formally recognized, and NOTA became a mechanism for expressing dissatisfaction with the political choices on offer.
<h3>What Happens if NOTA Wins the Most Votes?</h3>
If NOTA manages to secure the highest number of votes in a constituency, the outcome of the election is unaffected. The candidate with the second-highest number of votes is declared the winner.
This makes NOTA a symbolic protest rather than a mechanism to trigger changes in the election process. It does not lead to re-election or the disqualification of candidates.
Essentially, it serves as a feedback tool, allowing voters to express their displeasure but not alter the course of the election.
<h3>The Pros and Cons of NOTA</h3>
Arguments in Favor of NOTA:
Empowering Voters: It gives voters the ability to reject all candidates, enhancing their control over the political process.
Encouraging Accountability: Political parties are urged to field better candidates, as voter dissatisfaction (reflected in NOTA votes) can impact their reputation.
Revealing Voter Sentiment: The number of NOTA votes provides insights into voter frustration and dissatisfaction with the available choices.
 Arguments Against NOTA:
Lack of Impact: NOTA votes are largely symbolic and do not influence the outcome of the election, which means the real dissatisfaction does not translate into a change.
Limited Effectiveness: While it highlights dissatisfaction, it does not offer a viable alternative or solution for voters who feel disconnected from the system.
Potential for Misuse: Some critics believe that NOTA can be misused by voters protesting against the entire political system or casting a vote based on biases, such as caste preferences.
<h3>The Growing Call for Electoral Reform</h3>
While NOTA has served as a voter expression tool, many argue that it should be given more significance in the electoral process. Here are some suggested reforms:
Mandatory Re-Election: If NOTA wins the most votes, it should trigger a re-election with fresh candidates, offering voters another opportunity to choose from an improved list of candidates.
Candidate Disqualification: Candidates rejected by NOTA should be barred from contesting in the re-election, ensuring only those trusted by the voters get a chance to lead.
Increased Accountability: Political parties should be compelled to nominate better candidates who resonate with voter expectations, thereby reducing the likelihood of a high NOTA turnout.
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While NOTA has undeniably given voters a voice in Indian elections, it remains largely symbolic and doesn&rsquo;t alter the outcome of elections. Even when NOTA secures the maximum votes, the candidate with the next highest votes emerges victorious.
For NOTA to bring about meaningful change, electoral reforms are essential. Without these reforms, NOTA will continue to serve as a tool for expression but won&rsquo;t lead to tangible changes in the election process.
The current situation, especially in Delhi where NOTA might play a significant role, highlights the need for a more impactful reform to ensure that voter dissatisfaction is not just heard but acted upon. Until then, NOTA remains an important part of the democratic process but with limited practical influence.

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of attempting to poach his party's candidates before the Delhi Assembly poll results, claiming they were offered ministerial positions and ₹15 crore each.

Arvind Kejriwal alleges BJP poaching AAP candidates ahead of Delhi Poll results

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of attempting to poach his party's candidates before the Delhi Assembly poll results, claiming they were offered ministerial positions and ₹15 crore each.

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of attempting to lure his party&rsquo;s candidates ahead of the Delhi Assembly election results on February 8. The BJP, however, dismissed the allegations and warned of legal action.
In a post on X, Kejriwal claimed that 16 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidates had received offers from the BJP, promising them ministerial positions and Rs 15 crore each if they defect.
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कुछ एजेंसीज दिखा रही हैं कि गाली गलौज पार्टी की 55 से ज़्यादा सीट आ रही हैं। पिछले दो घंटे में हमारे 16 उम्मीदवारों के पास फ़ोन आ गए हैं कि &ldquo;आप&rdquo; छोड़ के उनकी पार्टी में आ जाओ, मंत्री बना देंगे और हरेक को 15-15 करोड़ देंगे। अगर इनकी पार्टी की 55 से ज़्यादा सीटें आ रहीं हैं तो&hellip;
&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1887520905753993278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;Some agencies are showing that the abusive party (BJP) is getting more than 55 seats. In the last two hours, 16 of our candidates have received calls that if they leave the AAP and join their party, they will be made ministers and given Rs 15 crore each,&rdquo; Kejriwal alleged in his post on the microblogging platform.
Questioning the BJP&rsquo;s confidence in winning, he added, &ldquo;If they are indeed winning more than 55 seats, why are they calling up our candidates? These fake surveys are a conspiracy to create an atmosphere to break AAP candidates. But not a single one of them will switch sides.&rdquo;
<h3>AAP leaders back Kejriwal&rsquo;s claim</h3>
Supporting Kejriwal&rsquo;s allegations, AAP candidate from Sultanpur Majra and Delhi minister Mukesh Ahlawat said he was personally approached with an offer to switch parties.
&ldquo;I may die, I may be cut into pieces, but I will never abandon Arvind Kejriwal,&rdquo; Ahlawat posted on X.
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मैं मर जाऊंगा, कट जाऊंगा लेकिन कभी <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ArvindKejriwal</a> जी का साथ नहीं छोडूंगा। मुझे इस नंबर से फ़ोन आया। उसने बोला कि उनकी सरकार बन रही है, मंत्री बना देंगे और 15 करोड़ भी देंगे। &ldquo;आप&rdquo; छोड़ के आ जाओ। मैं इनको कहना चाहता हूँ कि जो इज़्ज़त केजरीवाल जी ने और &ldquo;आप&rdquo; पार्टी ने मुझे दी है,&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/ZrqIC0R4WD">pic.twitter.com/ZrqIC0R4WD</a>
&mdash; Mukesh Ahlawat (@mukeshahlawatap) <a href="https://twitter.com/mukeshahlawatap/status/1887525687680221621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;I was told that their government is being formed and they will make me a minister and give me Rs 15 crore if I leave the AAP and join them. But the respect that Kejriwal and the AAP have given me, I will never leave my party till my death.&rdquo;
AAP MP Sanjay Singh also raised the issue at a press conference, claiming that at least seven party MLAs had received similar offers, either through phone calls or in-person meetings.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: AAP MP Sanjay Singh says, "Seven MLAs (of AAP) have received phone calls from some BJP elements, who have offered to give them Rs 15 crore to leave the Aam Aadmi Party and join the BJP... We have told the MLAs to record such audio calls and complain about it. If&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/YbYhfu7rEC">pic.twitter.com/YbYhfu7rEC</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1887456574148575641?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;This clearly shows that the BJP has accepted its defeat even before the results and is now resorting to such tactics,&rdquo; Singh stated.
<h3>BJP dismisses claims, warns of legal action</h3>
Denying the allegations, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva accused the AAP of fabricating claims out of &ldquo;frustration&rdquo; over an impending loss.
&ldquo;Sanjay Singh should either retract his allegations and tender an apology or face legal action,&rdquo; Sachdeva said.
&ldquo;He should not forget that his party leader, (former) Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, is already facing a defamation case for making similar false allegations.&rdquo;
Singh, however, insisted that AAP has advised its candidates to record such calls and use spy cameras to document any poaching attempts.
Chief Minister Atishi, AAP&rsquo;s candidate from Kalkaji, also weighed in, questioning the BJP&rsquo;s alleged attempts to influence candidates. &ldquo;If the abusive party (BJP) is getting more than 50 seats, then why are they trying to break our candidates by contacting them?&rdquo; she asked in a post on X.
She further claimed that exit polls predicting a BJP victory were a deliberate attempt to demoralize AAP candidates.
With polling for all 70 Assembly seats completed on Wednesday, the focus now shifts to the results on Saturday, which will determine whether AAP secures a third consecutive term or if the BJP ends its 27-year-long wait to govern the capital.

Delhi authorities have registered more than 1,090 Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations since January 7. Police have seized 472 illegal firearms, 1,14,699 litres of illicit liquor, and Rs 11.70 crore in cash while making over 35,000 arrests.

Delhi Elections: Over 1,090 MCC violations registered; police seize illegal arms, cash, liquor & drugs

Delhi authorities have registered more than 1,090 Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations since January 7. Police have seized 472 illegal firearms, 1,14,699 litres of illicit liquor, and Rs 11.70 crore in cash while making over 35,000 arrests.

More than 1,090 cases of alleged Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations have been registered in Delhi since its enforcement on January 7, an official confirmed on Thursday (February 6, 2025).
Between January 7 and February 5, a total of 35,020 individuals have been arrested or detained under various preventive action provisions and other legal acts, according to an official statement.
Delhi Police has reported 1,098 cases of MCC violations and seized 472 illegal firearms along with 534 cartridges, leading to the arrest of 496 individuals under the Arms Act.
Additionally, law enforcement has confiscated 1,14,699 litres of illicit liquor, arrested 1,423 individuals, and seized 206.712 kg of drugs worth over Rs 77.9 crore. Authorities have also recovered more than 1,200 banned injections, resulting in the arrest of 179 individuals.
Furthermore, the police and other agencies have seized Rs 11.70 crore in cash and 37.39 kg of silver as part of their enforcement operations, the statement added.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) dismissed the exit poll results for the Delhi Assembly elections, claiming they have historically underestimated the party's performance.

Delhi Elections: Aam Aadmi Party rejects exit poll predictions, BJP confident of a comeback

With predictions showing a close race between BJP and AAP, the ruling party is confident of securing a fourth term under Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s leadership.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has rejected the exit poll results for the Delhi Assembly election on Wednesday, saying the pollsters have &ldquo;historically&rdquo; underestimated its performance, while the BJP termed the predictions an assertion of people's urge for change.
As voting for the 70-member Delhi Assembly concluded at 6 pm on Wednesday, most exit polls predicted an edge to the BJP over the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
AAP's national spokesperson Reena Gupta said that exit polls have historically underestimated the Arvind Kejriwal-led party but in actual results, the party gains several times more than these projections.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a> | On exit polls, AAP leader Reena Gupta says, " This is the 4th election of Delhi in which I have participated, and you can see the other polls whether it is 2013, 2015, exit polls always show AAP getting fewer seats and when the actual results come,&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/c9VqIO9STh">pic.twitter.com/c9VqIO9STh</a>
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&ldquo;This is the 4th election of Delhi in which I have participated, and you can see the other polls whether it is 2013, 2015, exit polls always show AAP getting fewer seats and when the actual results come, AAP would get bumper seats...Arvind Kejriwal is going to get historic seats...for 4th time,&rdquo; Gupta said.
She claimed that the people of Delhi have voted for the AAP in large numbers and asserted that the party is going to register a &ldquo;historic&rdquo; victory, with Kejriwal becoming the chief minister for a fourth time.
AAP candidate from Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha Saurabh Bharadwaj says, "it is being shown that we will be getting fewer seats. I feel that exit polls have always shown that AAP would be getting fewer votes."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a> | On exit polls, AAP candidate from Greater Kailash Vidhan Sabha Saurabh Bharadwaj says, " We have fought 3 elections of Delhi and this is the 4th Assembly election we are fighting...2013, 2015 exit polls had shown that we would be defeated and in&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/BYNEJSvlps">pic.twitter.com/BYNEJSvlps</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1887140290932400244?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"AAP's vote share always comes more than what is shown in the exit polls", he added.
The poll results are scheduled to be declared on Saturday.
Meanwhile, exit polls indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.
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Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said the party respects the exit poll predictions. &ldquo;I believe the people of Delhi made up their minds long ago that they wanted change,&rdquo; he added.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElection2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElection2025</a> | On exit polls, Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva says, " I want to congratulate the people of Delhi, people of Delhi have given so much love and blessings to BJP today...in Delhi. &Aacute;apda' is leaving and BJP is coming...if somebody does fake&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/4PkYAcavnz">pic.twitter.com/4PkYAcavnz</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1887130124216381788?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Delhiites want a corruption-free government. BJP workers campaigned with great dedication in the run-up to the election to fight against corruption in the city", Sachdeva said.
He exuded confidence that the AAP is on its way out of power and that the saffron party is going to form its government in Delhi after a gap of more than 25 years.
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Exit polls for the Delhi Assembly elections indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.

Exit Polls predict BJP victory in Delhi Assembly Polls; AAP faces close contest

Exit polls for the Delhi Assembly elections indicate a likely victory for the BJP, with some showing a close contest between the BJP and AAP. Congress is predicted to make minimal gains, with most surveys projecting no seats or one at best.

Several exit polls on Wednesday predicted a victory for the BJP over the ruling AAP in the Delhi assembly polls, while the Congress was projected to make no significant gains from last elections.&nbsp;
Two exit polls, however, predicted a victory for the Aam Admi Party (AAP), and as many showed a close contest between them, with an edge for the BJP.
The Election Commission will announce the official results after the counting of on February 8.&nbsp;
Exit polls are projections made by election survey agencies based on interviews of voters as they come out after casting their votes. These may vary widely from the actual results. In the 2020 Delhi polls, most exit polls got their predictions wrong.&nbsp;
Among the exit polls that predicted a BJP victory, the People's Pulse showed the NDA was likely to get 51 to 60 seats, while the AAP may get 10-19 seats. The Congress, it claimed, will not be able to open its account.
According to People's Insight exit poll, the NDA is likely to get 40 to 44 seats, the AAP 25 to 29 seats, and the Congress 0-1 seat.&nbsp;
The P-Marq exit poll predicted 39-49 seats for the BJP and its allies, 21-31 seats for AAP and 0-1 for the Congress.&nbsp;
The JVC exit poll said the BJP and allies would get 39-45, the AAP 22-31 seats and the Congress 0-2. Similarly, the Poll Diary predicted 42-50 seats of the BJP and allies, while giving the AAP 18-25 seats, 0-2 for the Congress and 0-1 for others.&nbsp;
Chankya Strategies exit poll said the BJP and allies are likely to get 39-44 seats, the AAP is likely to get 25-28, while Congress may get 2-3.&nbsp;
Two surveys predicted AAP's victory - Wee Preside, which gave 46-52 sets for AAP, 18-23 for BJP and 0-1 for Congress, and Mind Brink Media predicted 44-49 seats for AAP, 21-25 for BJP and 0-1 for the Congress.&nbsp;
Matrize exit poll predicted a close contest, giving the BJP led NDA 35-40 seats, while the AAP was said to get 32 to 37 seats. The survey gave Congress 0-1 seats.&nbsp;
The DV Research exit polls predicted 26-34 seats for the AAP, and 36-44 for the BJP and allies, giving zero seats to the Congress.&nbsp;
In the 70 member Delhi assembly, 36 is the majority mark. The AAP currently has 62 MLAs, the BJP has eight, and the Congress none. The Delhi assembly polls were held on Wednesday, and results would be declared on February 8.&nbsp;
There are 1.55 crore voters in Delhi, out of which nearly 58 percent exercised their franchiese till 5 pm on Wednesday. Several AAP leaders rejected the exit polls, while BJP leaders said they are confident of their victory.
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The Delhi Assembly elections saw a 57.70% voter turnout by 5 pm, with the AAP, BJP, and Congress competing in a fierce battle. The results will be declared on February 8, 2025, as 1.56 crore voters cast their ballots across 70 constituencies.

Delhi Elections: Voting concludes, 57.70 per cent voter turnout till 5 pm

The Delhi Assembly elections saw a 57.70% voter turnout by 5 pm, with the AAP, BJP, and Congress competing in a fierce battle. The results will be declared on February 8, 2025, as 1.56 crore voters cast their ballots across 70 constituencies.

Voting in the Delhi Assembly elections concluded on Wednesday at 6 pm in all 11 districts of the National Capital Territory. A voter turnout of 57.70 per cent was recorded till 5 pm in the Delhi assembly polls, according to officials figures.
The polling in all the 70 constituencies began at 7 am.
According to Election Commission (EC) data, 57.70 per cent of the electorate exercised their franchise till 5 pm.&nbsp;
The results of this three-way battle between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Congress are set to be announced on February 8, when the vote counting will take place.
There are around 1.56 crore eligible voters in Delhi. According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), the voter turnout of 57.70 per cent was recorded till 5 pm on Wednesday in the single-phase Delhi assembly elections.&nbsp;
The highest turnout was recorded in the Northeast district at 63.83 per cent, while the New Delhi district recorded the lowest at 54.37 per cent.
Among other constituencies, Mustafabad had the highest turnout at 66.68 per cent while Karol Bagh recorded the lowest at 47.40 per cent.
According to the ECI, the South West district recorded a turnout of 58.86 per cent, East 58.98 per cent, North 57.24 per cent, North West 58.05 per cent, Shahdara 61.35 per cent, South 55.72 per cent, Southeast 53.77 per cent, Central 55.24 per cent and West 57.42 per cent, as of 5 pm.
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In the 2020 polls, Delhi had recorded a turnout of 62.59 per cent while only 56 per cent participated in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
The AAP, which is seeking a third term, is facing a strong challenge from the BJP leaving no stone unturned to wrest back power.&nbsp;
The BJP's campaign, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, targeted Kejriwal over alleged issues with the Yamuna water and corruption.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra held rallies, accusing AAP of "damaging" the infrastructure of Delhi.
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Delhi has 1,56,14,000 registered voters, including 83,76,173 males, 72,36,560 females, and 1,267 third-gender voters.&nbsp;
The electorate also includes 2,39,905 first-time voters aged 18-19, 1,09,368 elderly voters aged 85 and above, and 79,885 persons with disabilities. Around 97,955 personnel and 8,715 volunteers have been deployed for the elections.&nbsp;
Security measures include 220 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), 19,000 Home Guards, and 35,626 Delhi Police personnel, ensuring peaceful polling.
Several key political leaders exercised their right to vote, including Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Hardeep Singh Puri, Virendraa Sachdeva, Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, Manish Sisodia, and many more.&nbsp;
Notable figures such as President Droupadi Murmu, CDS Anil Chauhan, former President Ram Nath Kovind, former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, and advocate Kapil Sibal also participated in the voting process.

Arvind Kejriwal, accompanied by his elderly parents, wife Sunita, and son, cast his vote for the Delhi Assembly polls. He urged Delhi citizens to vote for better schools, hospitals, and development.

Delhi Elections: Arvind Kejriwal casts vote, urges people to use their vote for Delhi's development

Arvind Kejriwal, accompanied by his elderly parents, wife Sunita, and son, cast his vote for the Delhi Assembly polls. He urged Delhi citizens to vote for better schools, hospitals, and development.

AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal, accompanied by his family members that included his elderly parents, cast his vote for the Delhi assembly polls on Wednesday.
He appealed to the people of Delhi to exercise their franchise for "good schools, hospitals and development of the city".
Kejriwal, who is contesting from the New Delhi seat for the fourth time in a row, is pitted against BJP's Parvesh Verma and Congress's Sandeep Dikshit, in a keen contest.
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आज पूरे परिवार के साथ जाकर मतदान किया। हर दिल्लीवासी की तरक़्क़ी और हर ग़रीब परिवार के सम्मानजनक जीवन के लिए वोट दिया। आप भी अपने परिवार के साथ मतदान करें और दूसरों को भी प्रेरित करें। दिल्ली की तरक़्क़ी रुकनी नहीं चाहिए। गुंडागर्दी हारेगी, दिल्ली जीतेगी। <a href="https://t.co/6eSZnNTXBB">pic.twitter.com/6eSZnNTXBB</a>
&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1887038616204935175?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"My parents have health issues but they were very excited about voting since morning," the former chief minister told reporters. His wife Sunita Kejriwal and son Pulkit Kejriwal also accompanied him to their polling station.
Kejriwal said hopefully people will vote for "those who work".
Sunita Kejriwal said people are "very intelligent" and will make the right choice. "They won't tolerate hooliganism," she said.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is seeking to return to power in Delhi for the third time in a row, accused the BJP during campaigning of resorting to "hooliganism" to win the elections.

Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Election Commission of India and Delhi Police of supporting hooliganism against AAP and protecting BJP's alleged violations. This follows a case filed against Atishi for breaching the Model Code of Conduct. 

Arvind Kejriwal accuses Election Commission and Delhi Police of colluding with BJP to disrupt elections

Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Election Commission of India and Delhi Police of supporting hooliganism against AAP and protecting BJP's alleged violations. This follows a case filed against Atishi for breaching the Model Code of Conduct.&nbsp;

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Chief Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday leveled serious allegations against the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Delhi Police, accusing them of supporting hooliganism against AAP and shielding the BJP&rsquo;s alleged wrongdoings.&nbsp;
The remarks followed the filing of a case by Delhi Police against Delhi Chief Minister and AAP candidate Atishi for violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC).&nbsp;
Kejriwal expressed his displeasure on social media, accusing both the ECI and Delhi Police of conspiring to disrupt the electoral process in favor of the BJP, with a focus on engaging in hooliganism and safeguarding BJP's interests.
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खुले आम हो रही गुंडागर्दी के ख़िलाफ़ शिकायत करने पर दिल्ली की मुख्यमंत्री के ख़िलाफ़ चुनाव आयोग ने पुलिस केस किया। तो अब दिल्ली पुलिस और चुनाव आयोग का ये official stand है- दिल्ली पुलिस और चुनाव आयोग का &ldquo;काम&rdquo; आम आदमी पार्टी के ख़िलाफ़ ख़ुद गुंडागर्दी करना, बीजेपी की&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/9dQ3sTcsuZ">https://t.co/9dQ3sTcsuZ</a>
&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/1886643716640866407?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 4, 2025</a></blockquote>
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In his post on X, Kejriwal said, "In response to a complaint about the growing hooliganism, the Election Commission has filed a police case against the Chief Minister of Delhi. So now, the official stance of the Delhi Police and the Election Commission is - The 'work' of the Delhi Police and the Election Commission is to engage in hooliganism against the Aam Aadmi Party, provide protection to the BJP's hooliganism, and distribute liquor, money, and goods."&nbsp;
He further stated, "If anyone tries to stop them from doing this 'work,' a case will be filed against that person for obstructing the 'work' of the police and the Election Commission."
Atishi, in her response to the case, pointed out the lack of action against BJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri, whose family members were reportedly involved in violations of the MCC.&nbsp;
She raised concerns about the ECI's actions, asking how far they would go in undermining the electoral process.&nbsp;
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चुनाव आयोग भी ग़ज़ब है! रमेश बिधूड़ी जी के परिवार के सदस्य खुले-आम आचार संहिता का उल्लंघन कर रहे हैं। उन पर कोई एक्शन नहीं। मैंने शिकायत कर के पुलिस और <a href="https://twitter.com/ECISVEEP?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ECISVEEP</a> को बुलाया, और इन्होंने मेरे ऊपर केस दर्ज कर दिया! राजीव कुमार जी: आप चुनावी प्रक्रिया कि कितनी धज्जियां उड़ायेंगे <a href="https://t.co/UlRiBzbELV">https://t.co/UlRiBzbELV</a>
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"The Election Commission is also amazing! Ramesh Bidhuri ji's family members are openly violating the code of conduct. No action is being taken against them. I filed a complaint and called the police and Election Commission, and they filed a case against me! Rajiv Kumar ji: How much will you ruin the electoral process?" the Delhi CM wrote on X.
The DCP South East Delhi, in a post on X, reported that Atishi was found violating the MCC on February 4 at 12:30 AM along with 50-70 people and 10 vehicles at Fateh Singh Marg.&nbsp;
The police instructed them to vacate the area, and a case was filed following a complaint by the Flying Squad Team (FST), under sections of the Representation of the People Act.
In another update, the DCP South East Delhi mentioned that AAP members Ashmit and Sagar Mehta had obstructed and assaulted a Head Constable who was documenting the gathering at Baba Fateh Singh Marg, Govindpuri.&nbsp;
The police officer, HC Kaushal Pal, was responding to the situation and began recording video when the altercation occurred. The DCP confirmed that an FIR has been registered under sections related to obstruction of public duty and assault while on duty, with further investigations ongoing.

Swati Maliwal, the Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, was arrested by Delhi Police after protesting outside Arvind Kejriwal’s residence over the government's failure to clean the Yamuna River.

Delhi Police detains Swati Maliwal for protesting outside Kejriwal’s residence over polluted Yamuna

Swati Maliwal, the Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, was arrested by Delhi Police after protesting outside Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s residence over the government's failure to clean the Yamuna River.

Delhi Police on Monday detained Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal as she protested outside the residence of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, demanding action over the government's failure to clean the Yamuna River.&nbsp;
Maliwal, accompanied by a group of women from Purvanchal, arrived at Kejriwal's residence carrying water from the Yamuna to highlight the river's deteriorating condition.
Speaking to reporters, Maliwal described the river as being "on a ventilator" and criticized Kejriwal for living in luxury while the Yamuna remains polluted.&nbsp;
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She challenged the Delhi Chief Minister to take a dip in the river, saying, "Arvind Kejriwal has turned the Yamuna River into a drain. Black, dirty, rotten water is flowing in Yamuna. The river is on a ventilator, while Arvind Kejriwal is in his palace and roams around in luxurious cars. Thousands of women from Purvanchal have come here to challenge him- he should not be so scared of women and should come out and take a dip in the dirty water of Yamuna and take a sip of that water."
Maliwal further added that the women of Purvanchal are also upset with Kejriwal due to his unfulfilled promises, claiming that they believe "he will be cursed by Chhathi Maiya because the women have no other place to celebrate Chhath."
The Delhi High Court recently heard a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) regarding the ban on Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna. The court did not issue any directions, citing the severe contamination of the river. It pointed out that nearly 1,000 alternative locations had been designated for the celebrations, with adequate arrangements in place.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi Police detains Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal, who along with a group of women from Purvanchal, reached AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal's residence with the water they collected from the Yamuna River<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a> <a href="https://t.co/yGAA4g8u7M">pic.twitter.com/yGAA4g8u7M</a>
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Standing by the Yamuna, Maliwal questioned the allocation of funds for its cleaning.&nbsp;
She said, "Yamuna River has transformed into a drain because of Arvind Kejriwal. I have come here with thousands of Purvanchali women, and the situation here is so bad that the stench has made it difficult for us to stand here. The Purvanchali women are going with me to Arvind Kejriwal's residence and want to ask him, where did the Rs 7500 crores allotted for cleaning the river go?"
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiElections2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiElections2025</a> | Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal says, "... Yamuna river has transformed into a drain because of Arvind Kejriwal. I have come here with thousands of Purvanchali women and the situation here is so bad that the stench has made it difficult for us to stand&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/bvstG5IAQK">https://t.co/bvstG5IAQK</a> <a href="https://t.co/I7mZyDI2Ds">pic.twitter.com/I7mZyDI2Ds</a>
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Maliwal, who has been an outspoken critic of Kejriwal ahead of the upcoming Delhi elections on February 5, accused him of failing to fulfill his promises.&nbsp;
Earlier, on January 30, she lambasted Kejriwal for being "unbothered" by the growing garbage problem in the city, accusing him of shifting from an "Aam Aadmi" (common man) to a "Khaas Aadmi" (VIP).

BJP candidate Parvesh Verma pledges to rename Talkatora Stadium after Bhagwan Maharshi Valmiki, while predicting a sweeping victory for BJP in New Delhi. Arvind Kejriwal counters with allegations of BJP's electoral manipulation.

Delhi Elections: Parvesh Verma says Talkatora Stadium to be renamed, predicts massive BJP victory

BJP candidate Parvesh Verma pledges to rename Talkatora Stadium after Bhagwan Maharshi Valmiki, while predicting a sweeping victory for BJP in New Delhi. Arvind Kejriwal counters with allegations of BJP's electoral manipulation.

BJP's Parvesh Verma, a candidate from the New Delhi Assembly constituency, announced on Monday that Talkatora Stadium will be renamed in honor of Bhagwan Maharshi Valmiki.&nbsp;
During a press conference, Verma shared, "In the first NDMC council meeting after February 8, we will bring a proposal to rename Talkatora Stadium as Bhagwan Maharshi Valmiki Stadium. This will be a tribute to the great saint and philosopher whose teachings continue to inspire generations."&nbsp;
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Expressing confidence in his victory, Verma confidently predicted a major defeat for AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, stating, "We will win by a margin of more than 20,000 votes. It could even go up to 25,000-26,000. Arvind Kejriwal will lose his deposit here and will come third."
The BJP's campaign in the New Delhi constituency has been emphasizing governance, transparency, and public welfare. Verma's statement reflects the party&rsquo;s strong position and assurance of securing a decisive win in the constituency.
In contrast, AAP's National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of attempting to manipulate the election process. He claimed that the BJP would misuse the Delhi Police and deceive voters by pretending to be Election Commission personnel.&nbsp;
"Aam Aadmi Party is heading to a historic victory and BJP is heading towards its worst defeat," Kejriwal declared. "BJP will use Delhi Police to commit hooliganism. BJP workers will go to poor people and tell them that they are from the Election Commission and will put ink on their finger and tell them to take Rs 3,000 and cast their vote."
Kejriwal further accused BJP of misleading people in slum areas, alleging, "BJP people are going to slums and saying that people from the Election Commission are coming to get your vote cast on the night before the elections. All of them are cheating and lying. The Election Commission does not come to your home to conduct voting."
Meanwhile, AAP&rsquo;s Manish Sisodia expressed confidence in the public&rsquo;s rejection of BJP's tactics, stating, "The public will answer BJP's hooliganism with their votes. Baba Saheb made the people (Public) the masters by creating a democratic system. Now BJP is threatening the people. They are threatening the workers and leaders of Aam Aadmi Party. Let me tell the BJP people, we are the disciples of Baba Saheb and Bhagat Singh ji, we are not going to be scared of your hooliganism. The public has made up its mind to teach you a lesson and make Kejriwal the Chief Minister again."
As the campaigning period concludes on Monday, the Delhi Assembly elections are set for February 5, with results to be declared on February 8.
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With campaigning officially ending, Delhi gears up for the 2025 Assembly elections. AAP, BJP, and Congress have made their final appeals, with 1.55 crore voters set to decide the next government on February 5.

Delhi Elections: Campaigning ends - check out the key candidates in the fray

With campaigning officially ending, Delhi gears up for the 2025 Assembly elections. AAP, BJP, and Congress have made their final appeals, with 1.55 crore voters set to decide the next government on February 5.

As the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections edge closer, the political battlefield in the national capital is abuzz with energy, last-minute appeals, and fierce competition.&nbsp;
With campaigning officially ending today, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Indian National Congress (INC) have pulled out all stops to rally support for their candidates, setting the stage for an intense electoral showdown.
This election sees a mix of veteran politicians and fresh faces from each party vying for a place in the 70-member Delhi Assembly.
Each candidate carries the hopes of their party and supporters, making this a high-stakes contest that will shape Delhi&rsquo;s political future. Meet the 10 pivotal candidates from each party who are set to shape the outcome of this intense electoral battle.
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Over the past weeks, political leaders have crisscrossed the city, addressing rallies, holding roadshows, and making last-minute promises to sway undecided voters.
Delhi has a total of 1,55,24,858 registered voters, marking a 1.09% increase since the last electoral roll update on October 29, 2024. The electorate includes 83,49,645 male voters, 71,73,952 female voters, and 1,261 third-gender voters. A total of 699 candidates are contesting across all 70 Assembly seats, making the competition even tougher.
The polling is set for February 5, 2025, with Delhiites deciding the fate of the next government in a single-phase election. The much-anticipated results will be announced on February 8, 2025, revealing whether Delhi opts for continuity or change in leadership.&nbsp;
With the campaign dust settling, all eyes are now on the voters, who will ultimately shape the city's political future.

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