PM Modi’s ‘Humbled and Honoured’ Response as BJP Dominates Delhi Election

February 8, 2025 – The Delhi Assembly Election 2025 has seen an extraordinary victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a decisive defeat for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). As per the latest Election Commission updates, the BJP has clinched 2 seats and is leading in 45 other constituencies, while the AAP has been reduced to just 23 seats. In a shocking turn of events, AAP’s national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia lost their seats, with Kejriwal defeated by BJP’s Parvesh Verma in the prestigious New Delhi constituency.

PM Modi’s First Reaction: ‘Humbled & Honoured’

In his first statement after the BJP’s massive win, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude and stated that he was “humbled and honoured” by the people’s trust. He also vowed that under the “double-engine government”, Delhi’s development would accelerate, transforming the capital into a model of progress.

Kejriwal Concedes Defeat: AAP to Play Role of ‘Constructive Opposition’

In an official statement, Arvind Kejriwal conceded defeat, congratulating the BJP for its victory. He emphasized that AAP would now focus on playing a constructive role as the opposition in the Delhi Assembly.

Parvesh Verma Defeats Kejriwal in New Delhi

One of the most talked-about contests in this election was the battle for the New Delhi constituency. BJP’s Parvesh Verma triumphed over Kejriwal, winning by a margin of over 3,000 votes. Verma, a two-time MP from West Delhi, secured a stunning victory, marking a major setback for the AAP in its stronghold.

Shiv Sena (UBT) Weighs in on AAP-Congress Split

Amidst the election results, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claimed that a potential Congress-AAP alliance could have dealt a crushing blow to the BJP. Raut criticized the lack of unity between AAP and Congress, highlighting how it indirectly helped the BJP secure its victory.

Reactions from BJP Leaders

Several prominent BJP leaders took to social media to celebrate the victory:

Amit Shah, Union Home Minister, congratulated the BJP workers and lauded PM Modi’s leadership for delivering the “grand victory” in Delhi.
Rajnath Singh, Union Defence Minister, stated that Delhi’s development would now match the standards set by other BJP-ruled states under PM Modi’s guidance.

BRS and Political Criticisms on Delhi Results

In the aftermath of the results, BRS Working President KT Rama Rao criticized Rahul Gandhi for his inability to challenge the BJP effectively, adding that his actions have often weakened regional parties and bolstered the BJP’s position.

The Middle-Class Shift: Modi’s Budget Sweeteners Drive BJP Victory

One of the crucial factors behind BJP’s victory is believed to be the shift in support from Delhi’s traditionally politically disengaged middle-class voters. The Union Budget’s recent tax incentives and Modi government’s policies seem to have won over the middle class, contributing to the BJP’s impressive performance in the capital.

Moments in the Election Results:

Saurabh Bhardwaj, a prominent AAP leader, is trailing in Greater Kailash.
Swati Maliwal, an AAP Rajya Sabha MP, invoked “Draupadi’s cheer haran” in a veiled reference to her party’s poor showing.

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