Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Delhi will be voting for its assembly elections in a single phase on February 5. The counting of votes would be held on February 8, as announced by the Election Commission. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar revealed the election timeline while briefing the media on Tuesday about the roadmap of the upcoming polls in the national capital.
Important Dates for Delhi Assembly Elections 2025
The notice for elections will be issued on January 10, with the last date for filing nominations on January 17. Scrutiny of nominations will be done on January 18 and withdrawal by candidates on or before January 20. Elections will be over by February 10 to ensure the whole process is streamlined and transparent.
Rajiv Kumar reiterated the commitment of the Election Commission to maintaining the highest standards of electoral integrity. “India is the gold standard of elections. We have robust procedures in place to ensure transparency and accountability. Any errors will be dealt with firmly, and individuals responsible will face consequences,” he emphasized.
AAP Seeks Third Term Amid 1.55 Crore Voters
The Aam Aadmi Party, headed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, is looking for a third term in office. The electoral battle will be fought through 70 constituencies in which over 1.55 crore registered voters are eligible to participate. The electoral roll updated Thursday, a day before the elections were announced, counted for an increase of 1.09% from the voters registered in the previous election.
The Election Commission also addressed allegations raised by AAP about voter roll manipulation. Rajiv Kumar assured the public that the voter registration process followed strict protocols. “No changes can occur without proper documentation, including Forms 6 and 7. Each claim or objection is reviewed and shared transparently with all political parties,” he clarified.
CEC Defends EVMs Amid Allegations
The Election Commission categorically rejected opposition claims of tampering with electronic voting machines (EVMs). The CEC said EVMs are highly reliable and secure. “There is no scope for manipulation or bugs in EVMs. They are foolproof, as confirmed by multiple court judgments, including the Supreme Court,” Kumar stated.
He dispelled the myth about voter turnout differences. According to him, “Form 17C ensures accuracy, and all political parties are present during this process.”
In the backdrop of the second consecutive election, the Delhi voters remain glued to the efficiency and fairness of India’s electoral machinery with AAP, BJP, and other parties getting ready for the February 5 polls.
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