Elections

In the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, women voters outnumbered men in several constituencies, with female turnout reaching 60.92%, surpassing men's 60.21%. This shift signals a significant change in Delhi's political landscape, where women now make up 45% of the electorate. Key constituencies like Okhla and Burari saw women leading voter turnout, reflecting a national trend of growing female political engagement. Political parties, recognizing this shift, are tailoring their strategies to appeal to women, with welfare schemes such as the AAP's free travel initiative and BJP's financial support programs playing a central role. As women become increasingly decisive in elections, their influence in shaping future outcomes has never been clearer.

Exit polls predict a historic comeback for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi after 27 years, with the party projected to win approximately 39 seats, surpassing the halfway mark needed to form the government. In contrast, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is expected to secure around 30 seats, marking a significant setback. While the BJP’s predicted dominance is attributed to factors such as Congress’s regained influence and controversies surrounding the AAP leadership, the AAP remains defiant, claiming it will register a historic victory. The final results on February 8 will determine if the exit polls hold true.

The Milkipur seat in Ayodhya has become a focal point as voting takes place in Delhi today, with a record 65% voter turnout reported by 5 PM. This by-election, triggered after Awadhesh Prasad vacated the seat to become an MP, is crucial for both local and state politics. With major political parties like the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in a fierce contest, the outcome could significantly influence Uttar Pradesh's political landscape ahead of the 2027 state elections. The seat's large Dalit voter base further adds to the stakes, as their support could be pivotal in deciding the winner.

As of 1 PM on Wednesday, a voter turnout of 33.31% was recorded in the single-phase Delhi Assembly elections, with varying participation rates across districts. The North-East district saw the highest turnout at 39.51%, while the Central district recorded the lowest at 29.74%. Polling is taking place at 13,766 stations, with 1.56 crore eligible voters casting their ballots for 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seeks a third consecutive term, while the BJP and Congress aim for a comeback. The vote count will take place on February 8.

The Delhi Assembly Election 2025 is set to be a fiercely contested battle, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) aiming for a third consecutive term, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) seeks a comeback after over 25 years, and the Congress strives for a revival. Voting will take place on February 5, 2025, from 7 AM to 6 PM across 13,766 polling stations, with the counting of votes scheduled for February 8. Security measures are extensive, with 30,000 police personnel and 220 companies of paramilitary forces deployed. Key candidates include Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, Manish Sisodia, and Satyendar Jain from AAP, as well as BJP’s Parvesh Verma, Alka Lamba from Congress, and others.