Delhi Elections 2025 Live Updates: Kejriwal says Delhi polls battle of two ideologies, accuses BJP of giving 'freebies to corporates'

Delhi Elections: BJP accuses Kejriwal of sending voters hoax calls

The BJP on Sunday accused AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal of misleading voters in various constituencies, including New Delhi, through hoax calls alleging that their votes had been "cancelled" by the BJP. During a press conference, BJP MP Parvesh Verma played a purported audio recording of one such call. In the recording, a voice claimed, "Your vote has been cut by the BJP. AAP will ensure you get your vote back," and urged the recipient to support the Aam Aadmi Party.

Verma, who is contesting against Kejriwal from the New Delhi constituency, stated, "Hoax calls are being made to the public, saying that BJP will end all AAP schemes. This is a blatant lie."

He also expressed concern over how the AAP had accessed "confidential voter data." Verma said, "Other than the Election Commission of India, this data is not provided to anyone. How did Kejriwal get the voters' contact list? This must be inspected."

Delhi Polls: Kejriwal came coughing, left Delhi gasping for breath, says BJP's Anurag Thakur

BJP MP Anurag Thakur criticized former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for the city's worsening air quality in recent years. Thakur mocked Kejriwal, saying he arrived in Delhi "coughing" from Haryana 11 years ago, and now the city is "gasping for breath" under his leadership. Thakur also stated that once the "AAP-DA" government is removed, the BJP will ensure clean roads, water, the Yamuna, and air for Delhi's residents. The term "Aap-da," coined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is used to mock the party, implying disaster. Thakur further commented, "Eleven years ago, someone from Haryana came coughing into Delhi with a muffler around his neck. Now, that same person demands Z-plus security from two states."

Focus on women-centric schemes dominates Delhi poll campaign amid sustainability concerns

Ahead of Delhi Assembly Elections, experts have highlighted the growing focus on women-centric schemes signalling a deeper acknowledgment of women's critical role in shaping electoral outcomes. However, experts have also raised concerns about the sustainability and long-term consequences of relying on populist measures to secure their support.

With women accounting for nearly half of Delhi's electorate, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and Congress have prioritized women-focused promises in their campaigns.

The BJP's Mahila Samridhi Yojana pledges Rs 2,500 per month to women voters, along with a Rs 21,000 maternity benefit and a Rs 500 subsidy on LPG cylinders.

Similarly, AAP has promised Rs 2,100 per month for women, while Congress has floated its 'Pyari Didi Yojana' with Rs 2,500 monthly cash transfers.

While these announcements align with a broader trend in Indian politics, reflected in schemes like Madhya Pradesh's 'Ladli Behna Yojana' and Maharashtra's 'Ladki Bahin Scheme', critics have question the feasibility of such measures.


Jagdeep Chhokar, founder of poll rights body the Association for Democratic Reforms, expressed skepticism about the efficacy of these schemes.

"Freebies only offer short-term relief. Teaching people skills to become self-reliant should be the focus," he said, adding that voters must be made aware of the cost of these benefits, which ultimately come from public funds.

"Even the poorest pay taxes indirectly, whether through GST on essential items or services," he noted.

Brinda Karat, CPI(M) leader and activist, views these promises as a double-edged sword.

"Such schemes reflect the growing assertion of women as independent citizens, but they often reduce women to mere beneficiaries rather than rights holders," she said.

Kejriwal says Delhi polls battle of two ideologies, accuses BJP of giving 'freebies to corporates'

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said the assembly election in Delhi was not just a contest for the national capital but the entire country. The election pits two contrasting ideologies -- one focused on welfare of the general public and the other on benefiting a select group of wealthy individuals -- against each other, he said.

"This election is about deciding how taxpayers' money should be spent. One ideology, represented by the BJP, uses public funds to waive loans worth thousands of crores for its close associates. The other, our AAP model, focuses on providing free electricity, education, health care and transport to benefit the common man," Kejriwal said at a press conference.

Criticising the BJP-led Centre, the former Delhi chief minister alleged that it had waived debts amounting to Rs 10 lakh crore of 400-500 industrialists during the past five years.

"The BJP model gives people's money to its friends as loans and then writes off those loans in two to three years. In contrast, the AAP model provides direct benefits to the public, including welfare schemes worth nearly Rs 25,000 per month for each household in Delhi," he said.

Kejriwal also accused the saffron party of planning to end all welfare schemes initiated by AAP if it gains power in Delhi.

"The BJP has already clarified it will stop free electricity, free bus rides (for women), and other benefits provided by the Delhi government. I ask the people, will they be able to bear this cost if the BJP is elected?" he said.

North West Delhi begins distribution of voter information slips ahead of assembly elections

District Election Officer and Deputy Commissioner, Ankita Anand, has announced the commencement of the distribution of Voter Information Slips (VIS) across the North West Delhi district.

This initiative aims to ensure that all eligible voters are informed about their enrolment in the voter list and are well-prepared to exercise their democratic rights on February 5, 2025.

Poll officials have started reaching out to every household in the district to distribute the VIS.

These slips provide essential details, including the voter's name, polling station, and other relevant information, making it easier for citizens to locate their polling booths and cast their votes without inconvenience.

Ankita Anand emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "The distribution of Voter Information Slips is a critical step in ensuring maximum voter participation. Our teams are working diligently to ensure that no eligible voter is left uninformed. We urge all citizens to check their VIS and confirm their details to avoid any last-minute issues on polling day."

She also said that Colour coding for polling booths will help citizens reach polling centres hassle-free

With the elections just around the corner, the District Election Office is leaving no stone unturned to facilitate a smooth and transparent voting process in North-West Delhi

Delhi Polls: BJP candidate from the New Delhi assembly constituency, Parvesh Verma unfurls the national flag on the occasion of the 76th

Delhi Polls: Kejriwal questions deployment of Gujarat SRPF companies for Delhi polls

Aam Aadmi Party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal has questioned the deployment of eight companies of the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) from Gujarat for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections.

The SRPF companies reached Delhi on January 13 as per the order of the Election Commission (EC), Commandant SRPF, Bhachau, Tejas Patel said on Saturday.

Kejriwal in a post on X on Saturday shared a circular issued by the office of the Additional Director General of Police (DGP), Armed Unit, regarding deployment of SRPF for Delhi election.

"Read this order of Gujarat Police. Election Commission has removed Punjab Police from Delhi and deployed Gujarat Police. What is going on?" the former Delhi chief minister asked.

Kejriwal's post came a day after the Punjab Police personnel deployed for his personal security were withdrawn, which he claimed was "pure politics".

There should not be any politics at least over personal safety and security, he added.

Punjab's Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said the state police component deployed for Kejriwal's security was withdrawn following directions from the Delhi Police and the EC.

Polling for all 70 assembly seats in Delhi will be held on February 5 and the votes will be counted on February 8.

Delhi Polls: Will solve all sewer-related issues if AAP wins, says Kejriwal

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal promised to replace all old and malfunctioning sewer lines if re-elected to office. In a pre-recorded digital message, Kejriwal highlighted the development work undertaken by Delhi govt in the city’s 1,792 unauthorised colonies since AAP took over the reins in 2015 and stated that significant progress was made in augmenting basic infrastructure in these areas.

“When we formed govt in Delhi, there was no development work in unauthorised colonies. No govt worked for these colonies. We started the development work and today, almost all such colonies have sewer pipelines and other facilities. After laying the pipe lines, we are now working to connect every household to the sewer system,” he said.

Kejriwal acknowledged that several areas in the city were grappling with issues of sewage water contaminating drinking water. “I frequently get complaints from areas about sewer overflows, leaks, blockages and contamination of drinking water. I have deci ded that all sewer-related issues across the city will be solved on a war-footing after the AAP forms its govt,” he said.

The election to the 70-member Delhi assembly is scheduled for Feb 5, while the counting of votes will be undertaken on Feb 8. AAP is seeking a third straight term in office. It won the last election in 2020 by a huge mandate.

: Lambasting BJP’s Sankalp Patra for the Delhi assembly polls as yet another “Jumla Patra’, AAP criticised Union home minister Amit Shah, pointing out that BJP had conceded defeat in the polls.

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal said on X: “Today, Amit Shah came to Delhi and left after hurling abuses at me. Will abusing me lead to Delhi’s development? They neither have a plan for Delhi nor any vision. If nothing else, they could have at least repeated the facilities we are already providing. BJP has surrende red in Delhi. Their election is over.”

On BJP’s promise of giving ownership rights to residents of unauthorised colonies, Kejriwal said: “Isn’t this the same promise the Prime Minister made in 2015 and 2020? Repeating the same old promise again? How can you blatantly lie like this without hesitation? False promises in every election?”

Senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia said in a press release: “Shah said that if BJP’s govt is formed, it will create 50,000 jobs. Why are you mocking the people of Delhi? Delhi has a population of 2.5 crore people, and you are saying you will create 50,000 jobs. Wha

Union home minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on AAP at a public meeting in Rajouri Garden on Saturday, calling party convener Arvind Kejriwal “Shriman Bhrashtachar” (Mr Corruption). Shah accused former chief minister of deceiving the people of Delhi in the past 10 years and ruining the city.

Calling the party AAPda, the BJP senior functionary said it hadn’t done any work in the past 10 years, but only made promises, lied and betrayed the public.

“They have given broken roads in the name of connectivity, committed fraud in medical tests under the guise of mohalla clinics, and turned Delhi’s roads into lakes during the rain,” said Shah, adding that they opened liquor stores near schools, temples and gurdwaras. They committed corruption involving thousands of crores, but Modiji acted strictly and sent him and its ministers to jail, he added.

Accusing AAP of misleading the public by claiming that BJP would discontinue all existing welfare schemes if elected in Delhi, Shah said this was just a rumour and BJP won’t discontinue any scheme for the poor. “Modi himself has said that no welfare scheme for the poor will be stopped,” he added.

On AAP’s earlier promise of cleaning the Yamuna, the minister said AAP functionaries had promised that after five years, they would take a dip in the Yamuna. Asking the public if the Yamuna has been cleaned or if they find proper facilities during Chhath Puja, Shah said, “They didn’t do it; they didn’t even take a dip. Today, BJP workers made his effigy take a dip in the Yamuna, and even the effigy fell ill.” The Union minister promised that, like the Sabarmati riverfront, BJP will complete the Yamuna riverfront work in five years.

BJP Delhi president Virendraa Sacheva accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of betraying Delhi women by discarding Mahila Samman Yojana registration forms. Sacheva claimed to have found thousands of these forms with a rag-picker, alleging that AAP had sold women's data. He criticised the scheme, which promises a monthly stipend of Rs 2,100, stating that AAP was giving "false hope" to women while compromising their personal information.

Sacheva also raised concerns over Delhi’s sewage management, claiming that over 60 people had died due to overflowing sewage and electrocution. He challenged AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal to find a clean sewer in Delhi.

Further, Sacheva criticised Kejriwal for alleged corruption, pointing to the Rs 2,036 crore scam mentioned in a CAG report. He accused the Delhi government of repeated scams, including fake tests and medicines in mohalla clinics and losses at the Delhi Jal Board, calling the government dishonest.

BJP candidate from New Delhi, Parvesh Verma, immersed a cutout of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal into the polluted Yamuna near ITO on Saturday, criticizing the Delhi CM for failing to clean the river. Verma accused Kejriwal of betraying the people of Delhi, citing the AAP government's failure to fulfill its promise of cleaning the Yamuna despite spending nearly Rs 8,000 crore over the past 11 years.

Verma claimed that Kejriwal's tenure had been marked by empty promises and false claims, particularly regarding the Yamuna. He argued that Kejriwal’s inability to address the issue reflected the larger failure of the AAP government. In response, AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar dismissed Verma's actions as a desperate attempt for media attention, accusing him of corruption and claiming that no one was paying attention to his campaign. Verma’s stunt is seen as an attempt to highlight Kejriwal’s failures ahead of the 2025 Delhi assembly elections.

Delhi Polls: BJP's Praveen Khandelwal lauds Amit Shah's promises for businesses

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal praised Union home minister Amit Shah's commitment to unsealing 13,000 shops in Delhi within six months if the BJP forms the government. Khandelwal, also the National Secretary General of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) and MP from Chandni Chowk, expressed support for the promise to provide ownership rights to residents of unauthorized colonies, believing it would boost trade and create new business opportunities.

Khandelwal also lauded the BJP manifesto, which includes several key promises to support traders. These include the formation of a Delhi Traders Welfare Board, extending trade license validity from three to five years, introducing a Delhi Retail Trade Policy, reducing electricity tariffs for commercial establishments, and initiating the Delhi Market Upgradation Mission to improve market infrastructure.

The manifesto also emphasizes integrating digital technology into trade, setting up a Trade Tribunal for resolving trade-related issues, and providing accident insurance for traders. Khandelwal noted that Delhi's traders have welcomed these initiatives, viewing them as a major step to tackle their challenges and boost the city’s business ecosystem.

Amit Shah unveiled the third part of the BJP manifesto for the Delhi Assembly elections, including promises to grant ownership rights to refugees in unauthorized colonies and reopen 13,000 sealed shops.

Gujarat home minister Harsh Sanghavi on Saturday responded to former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's post on 'X' questioning the deployment of Gujarat police personnel for the Delhi assembly elections. Sanghavi clarified that it is a routine practice for the Election Commission (EC) to deploy forces from other states during elections.

Sanghavi quoted Kejriwal's post to highlight that the EC had requested forces from various states, not just Gujarat, for the Delhi elections. “The Election Commission has ordered SRP (State Reserve Police) deployment from multiple states as part of the standard procedure. As per their request, 8 companies of SRP from Gujarat were sent to Delhi for the scheduled election on 11/1/25,” he explained, urging Kejriwal not to single out Gujarat.

Sanghavi shared a document from the Ministry of Home Affairs that detailed the deployment of 75 additional companies for the Delhi election. These forces include 10 companies from CAPFs like CRPF, BSF, and ITBP, and 65 from state police forces. The total security contingent for Delhi would include 145 companies, approximately 14,500 personnel.

BJP leader Amit Malviya also supported Sanghavi’s clarification, stating that it is standard practice to deploy state forces for election duties.

Delhi Polls: Congress announces free 'tirth yatra' to Buddhist sites if elected in Delhi

The Congress announced on Saturday that it would provide free pilgrimages to Buddhist sites if elected in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. Former Delhi MP Udit Raj, during a press conference, criticized the lack of schemes for Buddhist pilgrimages and promised that the Congress would address this if it formed the government.

Raj accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of neglecting Dalits and their places of worship, such as Bodh Gaya, Mhow, Sarnath, and Ravi Das Mandir, in the "Char Dham" pilgrimage scheme for the elderly, calling it indicative of an anti-Dalit mindset.

He further claimed that only the Congress had consistently worked to uplift Dalits and integrate them into mainstream society. Highlighting the Delhi government's existing pilgrimage schemes to destinations like Tirupati, Ayodhya, Vaishno Devi, and Balaji for senior citizens, Raj questioned why similar programs did not include Buddhist sites like Sarnath, Bodh Gaya, Lumbini, Deekshaboomi, and Mhow.

Delhi polls: BJP relying solely on personal attacks, says Kejriwal

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP for relying heavily on personal attacks during his address in Narela on Saturday. His remarks came shortly after Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused him of misleading Delhi residents with false promises. Highlighting his government's accomplishments, Kejriwal urged voters not to support the BJP in the upcoming Delhi elections.

Earlier in the day, while unveiling the third segment of the BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections, Shah accused Kejriwal of failing to deliver on his promises. He remarked, "Kejriwal makes grand promises, doesn’t deliver, and then returns with a new set of lies. I’ve never encountered someone so skillful at lying in my political career."

Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday unveiled the final part of Delhi BJP's manifesto for the upcoming assembly polls while sparring no words to criticise the AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, saying he had "never seen such a liar in his political career".

Delhi Elections: Union home minister Amit Shah says, 'senior citizens will be given free treatment for an additional Rs 5 lakhs each'

Delhi Elections: Amit Shah slams Aam Aadmi Party

Amit Shah targeted Aam Aadmi Party, said biggest poll issue in Delhi is to get rid of 'liars and betrayers'.

Delhi Elections: Amit Shah targets Arvind Kejriwal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "He (Arvind Kejriwal) said he would close liquor stores from residential areas. Let alone residential areas, Arvind Kejriwal did not spare schools, temples, and even gurudwaras. He gave licences to open liquor stores in their vicinity."

Delhi Elections: For BJP, our 'sankalp patra' is a list our to-do list, says Amit Shah

nion Home Minister Amit Shah said, "For BJP, our 'sankalp patra' is a list our to-do list. These are not fake promises."

Delhi Elections: Amit Shah releases final part of BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' for Delhi polls

Home minister Amit Shah releases third part of BJP manifesto for February 5 Delhi Assembly elections.

Delhi Elections: Union home minister Amit Shah releases BJP's 'Sankalp Patra'

Delhi Elections: Amit Shah releases BJP 'Sankalp Patra' at party headquarters

Union Home Minister Amit Shah released the BJP 'Sankalp Patra' at party headquarters ahead of the Delhi elections in 2025. Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva and other senior party leaders also present.

Delhi Elections: Amit Shah arrives at Delhi BJP office to launch 'BJP Sankalp Patra'

AAP releases a list of 'dishonest' leaders; Rahul Gandhi on the list

After formation of government, we will solve sewerage problem, says Kejriwal

"When our government was formed for the first time in 2015, we had to solve one of the biggest problems of sewerage. There are 1792 Kachchi colonies in Delhi. Before our government was formed, before 2015, no kind of development was allowed in these slum colonies. We started working in all the slum colonies. There was no sewer pipeline in these slum colonies. In the last 10 years, we have laid sewer pipelines in almost all the colonies. After laying pipelines on a very large scale, now the work of connecting every house to the sewer is going on...After the formation of the government, we will very soon replace the sewer pipelines in your area too. We will get the sewer cleaned so that you can get rid of the dirt from the sewer," he said.

BJP leader Parvesh Verma criticises Delhi government for not cleaning Yamuna

"We can clean all the water of Yamuna Maaiya. Cleaning it is not rocket science. All the silt should be removed by machines, sewerage treatment plants should be built, water treatment plants should be built... Just like our Prime Minister Modi ji built the Sabarmati Riverfront, Yamuna Riverfront can be built in the same way. 11 years is a very long time. Arvind Kejriwal repeatedly said that he will clean the Yamuna, if I am not able to clean it then the people of Delhi should not vote for me... Arvind Kejriwal can never become CM again. All the ministers released on bail from Tihar are still accused, they can go to jail again tomorrow. So I want to tell the people of Delhi that please vote for a good government, the Bharatiya Janata Party, so that both the governments work together," he said.

Delhi CM Atishi addresses gathering at Republic Day celebration in Chhatrasal stadium

"Heartfelt wishes to all Delhiites and citizens of the country on the 76th Republic Day. As we celebrate this day, it is time to remember the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for India’s independence. It is also a moment to honour Babasaheb Ambedkar, who gave us the Constitution after independence," she said.

Delhi Elections 2025 Live: AAP forms task force to woo voters of Purvanchal community

As Delhi's assembly elections approach, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has created a task force aimed at winning the support of the Purvanchal community in the national capital, party sources confirmed. Led by Sanjay Singh, the party has formed seven teams to cover all seven Lok Sabha constituencies in Delhi. These teams will work on strategizing at the grassroots level to engage Purvanchali voters and build connections with AAP. The focus will also be on emphasizing the BJP's opposition to the Purvanchal community.

"Yogi Ji claims he has eliminated all gangsters in Uttar Pradesh. If this is true, he should guide Amit Shah on how to eliminate gangster rule in Delhi," Kejriwal said in a press conference.

PM Narendra Modi extends greetings on National Voter's Day

Kejriwal will become CM with absolute majority, says AAP's Sanjay Singh

"Arvind Kejriwal will become the Chief Minister of Delhi with an absolute majority. All the ongoing schemes will continue: free electricity, free water, free education, free treatment, free bus travel for mothers and sisters, and free pilgrimage for the elderly," he said.

"In the coming days, we will implement the Rs 2100 Mahila Samman Yojana, and under the 'Sanjeevani Yojana', free treatment for all elderly people. We have also announced Rs 1800 Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana for priests, and we will fulfil that as well," he added.

Delhi Elections 2025 Live: Congress, AAP just make false promises, people of Delhi ready for change, says Uttarakhand CM Dhami

"People of Delhi are ready for a change this time. Whatever schemes we make or whatever we promise in our manifesto, is our vision statement and we make it after properly analysing all aspects. Congress and AAP just make false promises. We will implement all those schemes that are not currently functional in Delhi," CM Dhami told reporters.

"I am confident that the development-oriented people of Delhi will vote in favour of the BJP to make the BJP victorious in the assembly elections in Delhi. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Uniform Civil Code law is being implemented in Uttarakhand, as well as the inauguration of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway will make travel between Delhi and Uttarakhand easier, which will make an unprecedented contribution to the development of the state," he said.

At the Mahila Yuva Sammelan on Friday, BJP MP Anurag Thakur criticised the AAP for being consistently anti-women, citing incidents like the alleged assault on Swati Maliwal at Arvind Kejriwal's residence. He also highlighted AAP's unfulfilled promises, including the Rs 1,000 monthly for women. Thakur contrasted this with PM Modi's initiatives to empower women, accusing AAP of neglecting women's welfare.

Chahat's experience in Delhi Metro highlights the daily vulnerability women face, from harassment to lack of safety. Despite being a significant voting bloc, with over 72 lakh women voters, many women feel promises from political parties, such as cash transfers and free bus rides, don't address their real concerns.

AAP, Congress, and BJP have made such promises, but women like Dolly question if these initiatives foster independence or dependency. Safety concerns dominate, with women commuters like Chahat and Roopa seeking more women-only coaches to feel secure. Sunita and Namrata also worry about their safety on public transport and unsafe streets.

While some appreciate free bus rides, there are persistent issues like delays and safety risks. For women like Vibha and Nirmala, inflation, job insecurity, and housing remain major challenges. Many women are calling for more than handouts – they seek long-term solutions for better lives.

'Congress, AAP just make false promises, people of Delhi ready for change': Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami criticised both the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress for making false promises and expressed confidence that Delhi’s voters are ready for change in the upcoming assembly elections. Dhami stated that the BJP would implement all schemes currently not functional in the capital if voted to power.

He claimed, "The people of Delhi are ready for change. We analyse all aspects before making promises, while AAP and Congress only offer false assurances. We will implement the schemes that are not currently operational in Delhi."

Dhami, who attended a public meeting in support of BJP candidate Raaj Kumar Anand in Patel Nagar, expressed hope that Delhi’s development-focused voters would back the BJP for victory. He also mentioned the impact of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.

Dhami accused Arvind Kejriwal’s government of misleading Delhi’s citizens and handing power to the "mafia."

The Delhi Assembly elections will take place on February 5.

Delhi Polls 2025: 'Kejriwal will become CM with absolute majority,' says AAP's Sanjay Singh

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh expressed confidence that Arvind Kejriwal will become Delhi’s chief minister for the fourth time after a landslide victory in the upcoming assembly elections. He assured that the party would continue its existing schemes and implement new promises, including Mahila Samman Yojana, Sanjeevani Yojana, and Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana.

Speaking to reporters, Singh confirmed that all ongoing initiatives, such as free electricity, water, education, healthcare, and transport for women, would continue. He also highlighted the introduction of new schemes, including Rs 2100 for women and free treatment for the elderly under the 'Sanjeevani Yojana'.

Despite the BJP’s efforts to oppose Kejriwal, Singh claimed there was a strong wave in favour of AAP. He emphasised that Kejriwal would win, stating, "To fight one Arvind Kejriwal, all BJP MPs and ministers have come to Delhi, but in the end, it will be Kejriwal who wins."

The Delhi Assembly elections will take place on February 5, with results expected on February 8.

Delhi Assembly Elections: Atishi's election agent lodges complaint against BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri citing 'poll code violation'

Delhi chief minister Atishi's election agent, Vijay Kumar, filed a formal complaint against BJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri on Friday, alleging that he had set up his election office in Govindpuri within the "prohibited distance" from a polling station. In a letter to the Returning Officer, Kumar claimed that this action violated the electoral code of conduct.

According to Kumar, Bidhuri had established a temporary election office at Banaras House, 1/42, DDA Local Shopping Complex, Govindpuri, which is situated less than 80 metres from the MCD Co-ed School, Giri Nagar polling booth. This, he argued, breached the Election Commission’s guidelines, which prohibit election offices within 200 metres of polling stations to maintain a fair environment for voters.

Kumar further stated that such proximity could influence voters and create an "unfair advantage", potentially undermining the integrity of the electoral process. He requested immediate action to address the issue, including the removal of the election office and the initiation of appropriate penalties against Bidhuri.

The Delhi Assembly elections will be held on February 5, with vote counting scheduled for February 8. AAP, BJP, and Congress are in a three-way contest, with Congress failing to secure any seats in the last two elections.

Delhi Elections 2025 Live: 'Accept whatever is being distributed but do not sell your votes,' Kejriwal's message to voters

In a video message, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of attempting to "buy votes" in the upcoming Delhi elections by distributing money, gifts, and essential goods to voters. He claimed this distribution was taking place under police protection, with items such as money, shoes, sarees, and even gold chains being handed out openly, with no fear of electoral oversight. Kejriwal strongly condemned this practice, arguing that the funds used for this distribution were not from the government but from the corruption of BJP leaders.

Kejriwal urged voters to accept these items but not to sell their votes. He emphasised that their votes were far more valuable than any material goods, urging them not to allow anyone to buy their votes. Kejriwal reminded voters of the sacrifices made by Baba Saheb Ambedkar to secure the right to vote, underscoring the importance of protecting this democratic right.

Kejriwal also addressed concerns about voter intimidation, assuring the public that their votes remain confidential and urging them to stand firm against any attempts to manipulate the election process. The AAP leader’s comments coincide with growing concerns over potential electoral fraud, with AAP MP Sanjay Singh accusing BJP leaders of engaging in fraudulent practices, including registering false votes. Singh also claimed that BJP leaders had openly distributed Rs 1,100 to influence voting.

Kejriwal’s remarks come as both the BJP and AAP intensify their campaigns ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections on February 5.