Delhi Assembly Election Exit Polls: Latest Updates
The 2025 Delhi Assembly election is making [[major headlines]] today! Voting concluded at 6pm, and now, everyone’s eagerly waiting for the exit poll results. Early trends and data are expected around 6.30pm. The official vote count will happen on Saturday, February 8. This election is a crucial one, and the latest news and updates are being closely followed by millions of Indians.
AAP vs BJP: A Close Contest
This election is largely seen as a direct contest between two major parties: Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The Congress party, which had zero wins in the previous elections, is not expected to be a major factor this time around. The exit polls will give us a first glimpse into which way the wind is blowing.
Previous Election Trends
In the past two Delhi Assembly elections (2015 and 2020), exit polls correctly predicted an AAP victory, although the actual winning margins were even bigger than predicted. In 2015, exit polls gave AAP 42 seats; they won 67. Similarly, in 2020, the prediction was 56 seats, and AAP secured 62 seats. This trend adds an element of anticipation to today’s exit poll release.
Allegations and Counter-Allegations
The election day wasn’t entirely smooth. There were reports of alleged booth capturing, fake voting, and cash distribution. Senior AAP leaders like Manish Sisodia and Saurabh Bhardwaj accused the BJP of these activities. On the other hand, the BJP, through its Delhi chief Virendra Sachdeva, accused the AAP of facilitating fake voting. Delhi Police denied the AAP’s accusations, and there is some back and forth with regards to who is to blame for violations of the Model Code of Conduct.
The Stakes Are High
A win for the AAP will mark their third consecutive term in power, despite a very strong campaign from the BJP which involved high profile leaders like Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The BJP heavily focused on the liquor policy corruption allegations against Arvind Kejriwal during their campaign. It is worth noting that Kejriwal and other AAP leaders were jailed for several months on these charges, before being released on bail following Supreme Court intervention. After his release on bail, Kejriwal resigned on moral grounds, stating he wouldn’t return as chief minister without the explicit support of the people and a ‘certificate of honesty’. Today’s exit polls will offer the first indication of the public’s sentiment.
Waiting for the Results
As we wait for the exit poll numbers, all eyes are on Delhi. This election is important not just for Delhi but for national politics as well. The results will provide key insights into the political [[landscape]] of India, and will set the stage for future elections. This is a day of high political drama, so stay tuned for more breaking news and updates throughout the day and evening!
Analysis and Predictions
News analysts are already offering their predictions and analysis, with many focusing on how the recent controversies surrounding AAP’s leaders might have affected voter turnout. The exit polls will undoubtedly be heavily scrutinized, given the historical accuracy in previous elections.