By:- B.T Team
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In a surprising turn, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal led against BJP's Parvesh Verma by a mere 223 votes in the New Delhi constituency.
Defying previous trends, the BJP crossed the majority mark with 40 seats, while AAP trailed with 30, signaling a significant shift in Delhi's political landscape.
The Kalkaji constituency witnessed a high-stakes battle among prominent leaders: AAP's Atishi, BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, and Congress's Alka Lamba, making it one of the most watched contests.
AAP, which previously held a dominant position in Delhi, saw a significant reduction in its seat count, leading in only 11 constituencies compared to BJP's 29 in early trends.
The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections recorded a voter turnout of 60.42%, reflecting a moderate engagement from the electorate.
Constituencies like New Delhi, Malviya Nagar, and Jangpura became focal points due to the involvement of major political figures, intensifying the electoral battle.
Despite his prominence, Arvind Kejriwal faced a tough contest in his own constituency, highlighting the competitive nature of this election.
The BJP's performance in the 2025 Delhi elections marked a significant improvement, indicating effective campaign strategies and voter outreach.
Initial counting trends showed the BJP taking a quick lead, crossing the majority mark shortly after vote counting began, setting the tone for the day's results.