The Delhi assembly election results are being closely watched as the AAP and BJP compete for control of the capital. Early trends show the BJP leading in over 40 seats, including seats with a Muslim majority, while the incumbent AAP is playing catch up. The Congress party, which has not won in the past two elections, is also hoping for a boost as the high-stakes counting process continues. Stay updated with live updates on News18.com for the latest results and analysis.
In a surprising turn of events, Delhi saw its lowest voter turnout since 2008 during the recent assembly elections, with only 60.4% of eligible voters casting their votes. The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported that this year's turnout is significantly lower than previous years, with the North East district recording the highest turnout at 66.25% and South East district recording the lowest at 56.31%. The ECI has reassured that these figures are provisional and will be updated soon, with 699 candidates competing in the elections and results to be announced on February 8.
With polling underway in Delhi's 70 assembly constituencies, the Election Commission has reported a voter turnout of 46.55% as of 3 pm. The Northeast district recorded the highest turnout at 52.73% while the New Delhi district saw the lowest at 43.10%. This crucial election will decide the fate of 699 candidates and has drawn high-profile voters such as President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Stay updated with the latest political news and stock market updates on Zee Business.
The Election Commission of India has demanded that former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal provide factual evidence for his allegation that Yamuna water has been poisoned. The Commission has given a deadline for Kejriwal to submit the evidence, and warned that if he fails to do so, appropriate action will be taken. Kejriwal has accused the Commission of being biased and has refused to comply with their demands.
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has strongly denied former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's claims that the Haryana government deliberately released "poison" into the raw water supply to the national capital. The DJB clarified that the increase in ammonia levels in the Yamuna River during winter is a natural phenomenon and the Board has measures in place to treat and manage it. In a letter to the Election Commission of India, Kejriwal had referred to the situation as "water terrorism," but DJB has deemed his allegations as "factually incorrect, without any basis and misleading."
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced his plans to file a defamation suit against former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, who recently accused the state government of polluting Yamuna water. Meanwhile, the BJP is also taking action and filing a complaint against Kejriwal with the Election Commission of India. This comes as tension between the two parties continues to escalate ahead of upcoming elections.
Today marks the 15th National Voters’ Day in India, an annual celebration on January 25 that highlights the importance of voting and encourages citizens to participate in the democratic process. This year is particularly significant as it also marks the 75th year of the creation of the Election Commission of India. In honor of the day, President Droupadi Murmu will present awards to state and district officials for their exceptional electoral practices. With the theme 'Nothing like voting, I vote for sure', National Voters' Day 2025 aims to emphasize the role of voter participation in shaping the country's leadership. Amidst India's growing electorate, including 21.7 crore young voters and a 6-point increase in the Electoral Gender Ratio, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of a youthful and gender-balanced electoral roll.
In 2011, India began celebrating National Voters' Day on January 25 to encourage voter participation and raise awareness about the importance of voting. The 2025 theme, 'Nothing like voting, I vote for sure', highlights the role of citizens in shaping the country's leadership. This day was introduced to address the issue of low voter registration among young people, with the goal of empowering them to participate in the democratic process. It also holds significance as the day the Election Commission of India was formed in 1950.
The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, with voting to take place on February 5 and counting of votes on February 8. The recent release of the final electoral roll shows a 1.09 per cent increase in the number of voters since the last draft. CEC Rajiv Kumar addressed concerns over EVMs and the election procedure, asserting the transparency and credibility of the Indian election process. The AAP, BJP and Congress are gearing up for a three-way battle, with the AAP currently in the lead after sweeping 2020 Delhi elections.
The Election Commission has put an end to speculation about electronic voting machine (EVM) manipulation, stating that the machines are tamper-proof and have consistently upheld the principles of fair elections. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar also addressed concerns about alleged discrepancies in voter lists, asserting that the preparation of electoral rolls is a transparent process involving political parties at every stage. These announcements were made as the dates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections were announced, with polling to take place on February 5 and counting on February 8.