How 4Ms helped BJP breach 'challis ka aankda' for the first time since 1998 again in Delhi
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As the BJP heads toward its long-awaited second victory after 27 years, it is expected to breach the 40% vote share mark, leading in nearly 48 seats. This shift, reminiscent of the 1993 elections, can be attributed to the 4Ms—Mahila (women voters), the middle class, MCD elections, and the Sheesh ‘Mahal’ controversy—all of which played a key role in expanding the party’s vote share in 2025.
BJP supporters erupted in celebration outside its Delhi headquarters as the latest counting trends showed the saffron party returning to power in the national capital after more than 26 years with a decisive mandate. Supporters danced to the beats of 'dhol' and waved party flags, creating a festive atmosphere.
Ground level issues such as water, drainage and garbage went up against volatile campaigns by both parties with voters grimly evaluating their quality of life in a hopelessly polluted city. The BJP pushed ahead and made 'sheesh mahal' an oft recalled buzzword for the lavish chief minister's residence following the renovations by Kejriwal and allegations of corruption in the excise policy. It clearly hit home.
And the AAP, which saw its leaders Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia jailed in the excise policy case, countered with vigour to say it was just not being allowed to govern as it wanted to because every move was being stymied by the lieutenant governor. That didn't find the resonance it had hoped
