Key leaders, including Jaishankar and Rahul Gandhi, emphasise the significance of voter participation as Delhi residents head to the polls.
February 5, 2025: Delhi’s 2025 assembly elections are underway, with voting commencing at 7 a.m. and scheduled to conclude at 6 p.m. Spread across 19 voting centers, the triangular contest between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Congress, and BJP has intensified, drawing significant voter turnout.
#WATCH | Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri along with his wife Lakshmi Puri, joins party workers at the party's help desk outside the polling station in Anand Niketan#DelhiAssemblyElection2025 pic.twitter.com/aLKM25N05R
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Around 1.56 crore people are eligible to vote, including 83.76 lakh men, 72.36 lakh women, and 1,267 third-gender individuals. This election is pivotal for the ruling AAP as it defends its governance model against corruption allegations, while the BJP and Congress look to regain prominence in the capital.
#WATCH | BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj arrives at the polling station at Janpath to cast her vote for #DelhiElections2025 pic.twitter.com/a7llzwSlpH
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Key Updates:
- PM Modi’s Call for Participation: Prime Minister Modi urged Delhi’s youth to participate in the “festival of democracy” in a post on X.
- Arvind Kejriwal’s Appeal: AAP’s leader and New Delhi constituency candidate Kejriwal encouraged voters to lay the foundation for their children’s bright futures by voting for good governance.
- Rahul Gandhi and Jaishankar Cast Votes: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, along with his wife, were among the early voters, emphasizing democratic responsibility.
#WATCH | Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi leaves from Nirman Bhawan after casting his vote for #DelhiElections2025 pic.twitter.com/37lFPF7xV5
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#WATCH | EAM Dr S Jaishankar says, "I have been an early voter…I think the public is in a mood for change." https://t.co/mkPc911IXS pic.twitter.com/k6eAYaJjsN
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- Controversies and Allegations: AAP MLA Dinesh Mohaniya was accused of misconduct, while Amanatullah Khan faced an MCC violation complaint. Opposition leader Alka Lamba criticized both AAP and BJP for failing to address Delhi’s pressing issues, citing the deterioration of governance over the past decade.
- Military and Civic Leaders Vote: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and his wife highlighted the importance of democratic participation, while Delhi Haj Committee chief Kausar Jahan called for votes supporting development.
#WATCH | #DelhiElections2025 | After casting his vote, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says, "First of all, I want to congratulate that it is a matter of great pride for the whole country that what we are seeing today is that in a democracy everyone can exercise their… https://t.co/aWgM5JhgZb pic.twitter.com/QmioRyHLoA
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#WATCH | #DelhiAssemblyElection2025 | Chairperson of Delhi State Haj Committee & BJP leader, Kausar Jahan says "I have voted for the development of Delhi. I appeal to the people of Delhi to come out of their houses and cast their votes. Your vote will be helpful in establishing… https://t.co/8ocuvHb7fE pic.twitter.com/HgecvMBsYy
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Political Stakes:
AAP faces the challenge of maintaining its dominance while countering corruption allegations. Congress seeks a resurgence, promising change and development, while the BJP is banking on its nationwide popularity and strong campaigns to secure a foothold.
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