Delhi Election Results 2025: Sandeep Dikshit loses the battle, wins the war? His ‘grudge match’ with Arvind Kejriwal takes center stage
BJP candidate Parvesh Verma emerged victorious, defeating AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal by a margin of over 3,000 votes. Congress' Sandeep Dikshit, son of former Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, secured over 3,800 votes, significantly affecting the outcome by dividing the anti-BJP vote.
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This election brought a full-circle moment in Delhi’s political history. A decade ago, Arvind Kejriwal rose to prominence by defeating Sheila Dikshit in 2013. Now, Kejriwal himself faced defeat, marking a shift in voter sentiment. For Sandeep Dikshit, this election carried personal significance as he sought to restore his family's political legacy.
Historic Rivalry and Political Context
The New Delhi constituency has been at the centre of major political battles. Sheila Dikshit, a three-time Delhi chief minister, lost to Kejriwal in 2013, marking the AAP leader’s entry into mainstream politics. Kejriwal retained the seat in 2015 and 2020, though his victory margins declined each time.
During his campaign, Sandeep Dikshit targeted Kejriwal, accusing him of merely rebranding and implementing projects initiated during Sheila Dikshit’s tenure. He also criticised Kejriwal for his absence from the constituency over the past decade.
Latika Dikshit, daughter of Sheila Dikshit, echoed similar sentiments. «During campaigning, we listened to the problems of the people and got to know that Arvind Kejriwal hasn't visited his
