New Delhi, February 8, 2025 The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a landslide victory in the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, reclaiming power in the national capital after 27 years. As the final trends are in, BJP has won 48 out of 70 seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has secured 22 seats. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached the BJP headquarters to join the celebrations as party workers rejoice in the streets of Delhi.
Delhi Election 2025 Results LIVE: Key Takeaways
- BJP sweeps Delhi with a comfortable majority, ending AAP’s decade-long rule.
- AAP Chief and former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal loses his seat, alongside senior AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Saurabh Bharadwaj.
- Delhi CM Atishi manages a narrow victory in a closely contested battle.
- Congress fails to open its account for the third consecutive time, marking another major setback for the party.
- Election turnout stood at 60.54%, as per the Election Commission of India (ECI).
- Delhi Secretariat sealed after BJP’s win, on orders of the Lieutenant Governor.
Seat-Wise Election Results
As per the latest data from the Election Commission of India (ECI), results for 64 out of 70 seats have been officially declared:
- BJP wins 43 seats and is leading in 5 more.
- AAP secures 21 seats and is leading in 1 remaining constituency.
- Congress fails to win any seat, continuing its downward trend in Delhi politics.
The official results for all 70 assembly seats can be checked on the Election Commission’s website at results.eci.gov.in.
BJP’s Political Comeback in Delhi
After decades of being in opposition, BJP has finally broken the stronghold of AAP, which had been in power since 2015. The massive victory is being seen as a vote of confidence for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and the party’s campaign strategies.
As the results were announced, BJP headquarters and party offices across Delhi erupted in celebrations, with party leaders hailing the victory as a historic moment.
Major Leaders Who Lost
The biggest shock in this election has been the defeat of prominent AAP leaders, including:
- Arvind Kejriwal (AAP Chief & Former Delhi CM)
- Manish Sisodia (Former Deputy CM)
- Saurabh Bharadwaj (Delhi Minister)
- Satyendar Jain (Former Health Minister) (on the verge of losing)
However, Delhi CM Atishi managed a narrow victory, securing her seat after an intense electoral battle.
Delhi Secretariat Sealed Post BJP’s Victory
Following BJP’s win, the Delhi Secretariat has been sealed, as per the directives of the Lieutenant Governor, signaling a transition in power.
Delhi Assembly Election 2025: Voter Turnout and Counting Process
- The voting for all 70 seats took place on February 5, 2025.
- Delhi recorded a voter turnout of 60.54%, lower than previous elections.
- Counting of votes began at 8 AM on February 8, across 19 counting centers in all 11 districts of Delhi.
Exit Polls and Pre-Election Predictions
Several exit polls had already predicted a BJP edge over AAP, indicating a change in Delhi’s political landscape. AAP, which dominated Delhi politics since 2015, has now suffered a major electoral setback.
What’s Next?
With BJP securing a clear majority, the focus now shifts to government formation. Speculations are rife about who will be the new Chief Minister of Delhi, with key BJP leaders expected to play a pivotal role in governance.
This election marks a historic turnaround in Delhi’s political landscape, with BJP regaining control after nearly three decades. The upcoming days will be crucial as the new government takes shape in the national capital.
