New Delhi, February 6 The Delhi Assembly elections witnessed over 60% voter turnout, as per the Election Commission’s voting app data updated at 11:30 PM. The final polling percentage stood at 60.44%, with voting conducted across all 70 assembly constituencies from 7 AM to 6 PM.
With 1.56 crore eligible voters in Delhi, the high turnout signals a strong political contest. However, exit polls suggest that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is likely to form the next government, potentially dethroning the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Voter Turnout Across Different Districts
According to Election Commission data, the highest voter turnout was recorded in North-East Delhi (66.25%), while the lowest was in South-East Delhi (56.16%).
Key Voting Statistics by Region:
- Highest turnout: Mustafabad 69%
- Lowest turnout: Mehrauli 53.04%
- Other Key Areas:
- Shahdara 63.94%
- South-West Delhi 61.09%
- North-West Delhi 60.70%
- North Delhi 59.55%
- Central Delhi 59.09%
- South-East Delhi 56.26%
The 2020 Delhi Assembly elections had a voter turnout of 62.59%, while the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Delhi recorded 56% polling. A total of 699 candidates contested in this election across 13,766 polling stations.
Exit Polls Favor BJP, AAP Faces Setback
If exit poll predictions hold true, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is likely to lose power in Delhi, paving the way for a BJP-led government. Meanwhile, Congress seems to remain in a weak position.
Exit Poll Projections:
| Exit Poll Agency | BJP | AAP | Congress |
|---|---|---|---|
| P-MARQ | 39-49 | 21-31 | 0-1 |
| Matrize | 35-40 | 32-37 | Not mentioned |
| People’s Insight | 40-44 | 25-29 | 0-1 |
| JVC | 39-45 | 22-31 | 0-2 |
| Chanakya Strategies | 39-44 | 25-28 | 2-3 |
| Poll Dairy | 42-50 | 18-25 | 0-2 |
| VPresside | 18-23 | 46-52 | 0-1 |
Awaiting Final Results on February 8
The official results will be declared on February 8, determining whether BJP will form the government or if AAP manages to retain its hold.
In the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, AAP secured a landslide victory with 62 seats, while BJP won only 8 seats. This time, the exit polls predict a dramatic shift in power. The final outcome will be crucial in shaping Delhi’s political landscape for the next five years.
Delhi Elections: Over 60% Voter Turnout, Exit Polls Predict BJP Victory
