Delhi Election 2025: Voting For Delhi Polls Ends, Exit Polls To Reveal Trends

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:14pm on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Voting for Delhi’s 70-seat Assembly election has concluded, and exit poll results are awaited. Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP, in power since 2013, is contesting all seats, aiming for a third consecutive term. The BJP, out of power for 28 years, has fielded candidates in 68 seats. Congress, which ruled for 15 years, has struggled in recent elections. Delhi has 1,561,400 registered voters, including 239,905 first-time voters. The final turnout and trends will shape the political landscape. A close contest is expected, with national implications. Exit polls will offer early insights before official results are declared.

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Delhi Election 2025: 57.70% Turnout Till 5 PM, Two Held for Bogus Voting

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:11pm on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Voting for the Delhi Assembly elections saw a 57.70% turnout by 5 PM, with polling set to close at 6 PM. Authorities detained two individuals for alleged bogus voting. AAP alleged that its polling agent was held captive at a booth, while BJP's Anil Gaur claimed fake voters were brought from Uttar Pradesh. Over 30,000 police personnel and paramilitary forces ensured security across 13,766 polling stations. The Election Commission introduced a Queue Management System app to help voters track crowd levels. The results will be declared on February 8.

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Delhi Votes: AAP Alleges Cash Distribution, BJP Claims Fraud Amid Tight Race

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:29am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Delhi’s 1.56 crore voters are casting their ballots across 70 constituencies in a three-way battle between AAP, BJP, and Congress. AAP leader Manish Sisodia accused BJP of distributing cash in Jangpura, while BJP alleged voter fraud in Seelampur. Delhi Police denied both claims. With a slow 33.3% turnout by 1 p.m., AAP seeks a third term, BJP hopes to end its 25-year drought, and Congress eyes revival. Security has been heightened across the capital. The vote count on February 8 will decide the city’s political future.

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Delhi Votes: AAP, BJP Trade Allegations as 1.56 Crore Voters Cast Ballots

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:21am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Delhi’s 70-seat Assembly elections are underway, with AAP, BJP, and Congress battling for power. Over 1.56 crore voters are deciding the fate of 699 candidates. AAP alleged cash distribution in Jangpura, while BJP accused "women in burqas" of fake voting in Seelampur. Tensions flared in Chirag Delhi as Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj clashed with police over barricading. Kejriwal, Atishi, Modi, Shah, and the Gandhis led high-voltage campaigns. Security has been tightened across 3,000 sensitive polling booths. The results will be declared on February 8.

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Delhi Election 2025: 19.95% Voter Turnout By 11 AM, Sonia Gandhi, Chandrachud, Kovind, Kejriwal Cast Votes

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:56am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Delhi Assembly election voting began at 7 AM, with 19.95% turnout recorded by 11 AM. Over 30,000 police personnel and 220 paramilitary companies are ensuring security. Former CJI DY Chandrachud, ex-President Ram Nath Kovind, Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, AAP’s Arvind Kejriwal, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari, and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar cast their votes. AAP’s Kejriwal, BJP’s Parvesh Varma, and Congress’s Sandeep Dikshit are in a fierce contest. The Election Commission introduced a Queue Management System for real-time crowd updates. Counting is on February 8. Exit polls are banned until 6:30 PM.

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Delhi Assembly Election 2025: President Droupadi Murmu Casts Vote As Polling Begins

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:01am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Voting for the Delhi Assembly elections is underway, with President Droupadi Murmu casting her ballot at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Kendriya Vidyalaya, President’s Estate. Over 1.56 crore eligible voters, including 83.76 lakh men, 72.36 lakh women, and 1,267 third-gender individuals, will decide the fate of 699 candidates across 70 constituencies. AAP’s Manish Sisodia urged voters to support an "education revolution," while CM Atishi called for defeating "hooliganism." Polling will continue until 6 PM across 19 centers. The election is expected to be a tight contest between AAP, BJP, and Congress. Counting is scheduled for February 8.

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PM Modi To Take Kumbh Dip On Delhi Polling Day, BJP Hopes For Divine Boost

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:54am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to take a holy dip at Prayagraj’s Sangam during the Mahakumbh while Delhi votes in a crucial election. The BJP hopes his visit, mixing spirituality with political messaging, will influence voters as it fights to reclaim Delhi after 27 years. Modi’s past temple visits on election days, including Kedarnath in 2019 and Pashupatinath in 2018, coincided with BJP victories. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath will accompany him. While the opposition criticizes the move, the Election Commission has not raised objections. Will this boost BJP’s fortunes, or will AAP retain its stronghold?

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Delhi Votes: AAP Eyes 3rd Term, BJP and Congress Hope for Revival

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:22am on 05 Feb 2025,Wednesday Politics

Delhi's 1.56 crore voters will decide today whether AAP secures a third consecutive term, BJP ends its 25-year power drought, or Congress stages a surprise comeback. The high-stakes election sees 699 candidates contesting across 70 constituencies. Kejriwal, contesting from New Delhi, faces BJP’s Parvesh Verma and Congress’ Sandeep Dikshit. BJP’s campaign, led by Modi, attacked AAP over governance, while Congress aimed for revival. Security has been tightened across the capital. The counting of votes is on February 8. AAP previously won in 2015 and 2020. Will history repeat itself, or will Delhi see a new ruling party?

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FIR Against Arvind Kejriwal Over ‘Poison In Yamuna’ Remark Before Delhi Polls

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:16pm on 04 Feb 2025,Tuesday Politics

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal faces an FIR over his claim that Haryana was "poisoning" Yamuna water, filed at Shahbad Police Station by Jagmohan Manchanda. The case, registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, comes hours before Delhi elections. Kejriwal, contesting from the New Delhi seat, had accused the BJP-led Haryana government of endangering Delhi residents. Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini drank Yamuna water in response, while Rahul Gandhi challenged Kejriwal to do the same. PM Narendra Modi also slammed Kejriwal’s remarks, stating, "Yamuna water is consumed by all, including judges and diplomats."

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Delhi Assembly Election 2025: Voting Begins Tomorrow At 7 AM, AAP Faces Tough Battle Against BJP, Congress

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:45pm on 04 Feb 2025,Tuesday Politics

Delhi is set for a high-stakes election on February 5, with voting across 13,766 polling stations in 70 assembly constituencies. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Arvind Kejriwal, seeks a third consecutive term, facing stiff competition from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress. Over 30,000 police personnel and 220 paramilitary units have been deployed for security. The Election Commission introduced a Queue Management System (QMS) app to help voters track polling crowds. Key candidates include Kejriwal in New Delhi and Atishi in Kalkaji. Vote counting is scheduled for February 8.

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