The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to announce the dates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections today at 2 pm. The elections will be held in 70 constituencies, likely in a single phase in the second week of February.
The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Arvind Kejriwal, is seeking to retain power for a third consecutive term. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is eyeing to wrest power in the national capital, while the Congress is preparing for a strong fight, hoping to emerge as a surprise winner.
The Assembly elections are being seen as a prestige battle for all camps. The AAP has expressed confidence in returning to power, with Kejriwal assuring voters that he would continue to work for the city’s development.
The BJP, on the other hand, has launched a scathing attack on the AAP, accusing the party of corruption and misgovernance. The Congress is also gearing up for a fierce fight, with party leaders asserting that they would emerge as a strong contender.
The term of the 70-member Assembly ends on February 23, and elections have to be held before that to constitute a new House. The ECI’s announcement today will set the stage for a high-stakes electoral battle in the national capital.
