Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal conceded defeat in the Delhi Assembly election on Saturday (Feb 8) and stressed that his party would play a "constructive role" in opposition while serving the people.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory after 27 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his victory message promised that all-round development of Delhi will be a guarantee of the new BJP government.&nbsp;
BJP&rsquo;s Parvesh Sahib Singh, a probable chief minister face of the party, secured 30,088 votes from the New Delhi constituency, while, AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal managed 25,999 votes. Congress's Sandeep Dikshit could only manage 4,568 votes.&nbsp;
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However, AAP's defeat could be because of several reasons.&nbsp;
<h2>Sheesh Mahal&nbsp;</h2>
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) scored major victories in the 2015 and 2020 polls. Before the election, the BJP attacked Arvind Kejriwal with a focus on "Sheesh Mahal", a term used to refer to the renovated CM residence during Kejriwal's term.&nbsp;
A report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India added fuel to BJP's charges. According to news reports, the CAG probe found that the estimate for the renovation was Rs 7.91 crore.&nbsp;
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It went up to 8.6 crore when work was awarded in 2020. But, by the time the Public Works Department completed the job in 2022, the cost hiked to Rs 33.66 crore.&nbsp;
Kejriwal's party responded to the "Sheesh Mahal" charge with the "Rajmahal" barb, accusing PM Modi of an opulent lifestyle and daring the BJP to show the Prime Minister's residence.&nbsp;
This campaign might have influenced voters, especially because it played out against AAP's promise of clean politics and Kejriwal's claims of eradicating the VIP culture.&nbsp;
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<h2>Anti-Incumbency&nbsp;</h2>
The first two terms of AAP witnessed impressive work in sectors including health and education. The power and water subsidies provided by Kejriwal's party made voters happy and the BJP, despite sweeping Lok Sabha polls, struggled to win the Delhi Assembly election that time.&nbsp;
The AAP also asserted that the BJP government at the Centre was creating obstacles in its functioning. However, after ruling for ten years, voters saw such allegations as excuses.&nbsp;
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<h2>Liquor Policy&nbsp;</h2>
The Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) current term witnessed a row over corruption allegations revolving around Delhi's now-scrapped liquor policy. The party brought "Buy 1 Get 1" offers on liquor bottles.&nbsp;
The BJP accused the Kejriwal government of "turning Delhi into a city of drunkards".&nbsp;
The AAP consistently denied any allegation in the liquor policy, which was scrapped less than a year after it was implemented.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: BJP’s Parvesh Sahib Singh secured 30,088 votes, while, AAP’s Arvind Kejriwal got 25,999. On the other hand, Congress's Sandeep Dikshit got just 4,568 votes. 

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal conceded defeat in the Delhi Assembly election on Saturday (Feb 8) and stressed that his party would play a "constructive role" in opposition while serving the people. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory after 27 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his victory message promised that all-round development of Delhi will be a guarantee of the new BJP government. BJP’s Parvesh Sahib Singh, a probable chief minister face of the party, secured 30,088 votes from the New Delhi constituency, while, AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal managed 25,999 votes. Congress's Sandeep Dikshit could only manage 4,568 votes. Also read: Delhi Election Result 2025: Congress gives another poor performance; Priyanka Gandhi reacts However, AAP's defeat could be because of several reasons. Sheesh Mahal Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) scored major victories in the 2015 and 2020 polls. Before the election, the BJP attacked Arvind Kejriwal with a focus on "Sheesh Mahal", a term used to refer to the renovated CM residence during Kejriwal's term. A report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India added fuel to BJP's charges. According to news reports, the CAG probe found that the estimate for the renovation was Rs 7.91 crore. Also read: Delhi Election Results 2025: PM Modi reacts to BJP's victory; 'development wins, good governance triumphs' It went up to 8.6 crore when work was awarded in 2020. But, by the time the Public Works Department completed the job in 2022, the cost hiked to Rs 33.66 crore. Kejriwal's party responded to the "Sheesh Mahal" charge with the "Rajmahal" barb, accusing PM Modi of an opulent lifestyle and daring the BJP to show the Prime Minister's residence. This campaign might have influenced voters, especially because it played out against AAP's promise of clean politics and Kejriwal's claims of eradicating the VIP culture. Also read: Delhi Election Results 2025: Arvind Kejriwal concedes defeat, accepts 'people's mandate' Anti-Incumbency The first two terms of AAP witnessed impressive work in sectors including health and education. The power and water subsidies provided by Kejriwal's party made voters happy and the BJP, despite sweeping Lok Sabha polls, struggled to win the Delhi Assembly election that time. The AAP also asserted that the BJP government at the Centre was creating obstacles in its functioning. However, after ruling for ten years, voters saw such allegations as excuses. Also read: Watch | AAP shuts office door after Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia lose Delhi Assembly election Liquor Policy The Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) current term witnessed a row over corruption allegations revolving around Delhi's now-scrapped liquor policy. The party brought "Buy 1 Get 1" offers on liquor bottles. The BJP accused the Kejriwal government of "turning Delhi into a city of drunkards". The AAP consistently denied any allegation in the liquor policy, which was scrapped less than a year after it was implemented. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Election Results: Reasons why AAP is swept out of power after ruling for 10 years

The Delhi high court on Wednesday (March 27) denied&nbsp;interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate as the court only issued notices regarding Kejriwal's plea and posted the matter for further hearing on April 3.

A bench of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma issued a notice to the ED on Arvind Kejriwal's plea seeking immediate release and declaring his arrest and remand as illegal and asked the agency to reply by April 2.

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The High Court dismissed the argument presented by senior advocate AM Singhvi, who represented Kejriwal, contending that no response from the ED was necessary. Emphasising its obligation to impartially hear both parties in accordance with the principles of natural justice, the court asserted that the ED's reply is indispensable and pivotal for adjudicating the current case.

<h2>Allegations and legal actions</h2>

Previously, Kejriwal had approached the high court to annul all proceedings, including several summons, issued against him. He faces accusations of corruption and money laundering related to the formulation and implementation of Delhi's excise policy for 2021-22, subsequently revoked. Notably, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)&nbsp;leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh are already under judicial custody in the same case.

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The ED's allegations assert that the accused collaborated with Kejriwal in devising the excise policy, which allegedly provided undue advantages to them in exchange for kickbacks to the AAP.

The arrest sparked political turmoil, with AAP leaders and supporters attempting to march towards the Prime Minister's residence. Meanwhile, the BJP staged counter-protests&nbsp; demanding Kejriwal's resignation.

Despite being in ED custody, Kejriwal issued directives to Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj to address medicine and diagnostic test shortages at mohalla clinics and hospitals in the city. This was the second directive issued by the chief minister while in ED custody.

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Security measures have been intensified across the national capital, with police deployments around key locations. Approximately 100 people, including AAP leaders and Punjab minister Harjot Singh Bains, were detained during the protests, only to be later released. The BJP also staged protests near Delhi Secretariat, resulting in detentions and the use of water cannons by police to disperse the crowd.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Delhi high court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate as the court only issued notices regarding Kejriwal's plea and posted the matter for further hearing on April 3.

The Delhi high court on Wednesday (March 27) denied interim relief to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate as the court only issued notices regarding Kejriwal's plea and posted the matter for further hearing on April 3. A bench of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma issued a notice to the ED on Arvind Kejriwal's plea seeking immediate release and declaring his arrest and remand as illegal and asked the agency to reply by April 2. Also read: India summons US diplomat over Washington's statement on Kejriwal's arrest The High Court dismissed the argument presented by senior advocate AM Singhvi, who represented Kejriwal, contending that no response from the ED was necessary. Emphasising its obligation to impartially hear both parties in accordance with the principles of natural justice, the court asserted that the ED's reply is indispensable and pivotal for adjudicating the current case. Allegations and legal actions Previously, Kejriwal had approached the high court to annul all proceedings, including several summons, issued against him. He faces accusations of corruption and money laundering related to the formulation and implementation of Delhi's excise policy for 2021-22, subsequently revoked. Notably, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh are already under judicial custody in the same case. Also read | Excise policy case: What are the options available for arrested Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal? The ED's allegations assert that the accused collaborated with Kejriwal in devising the excise policy, which allegedly provided undue advantages to them in exchange for kickbacks to the AAP. The arrest sparked political turmoil, with AAP leaders and supporters attempting to march towards the Prime Minister's residence. Meanwhile, the BJP staged counter-protests demanding Kejriwal's resignation. Despite being in ED custody, Kejriwal issued directives to Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj to address medicine and diagnostic test shortages at mohalla clinics and hospitals in the city. This was the second directive issued by the chief minister while in ED custody. Also Read: Delhi High Court denies urgent listing of plea filed by Kejriwal challenging his arrest Security measures have been intensified across the national capital, with police deployments around key locations. Approximately 100 people, including AAP leaders and Punjab minister Harjot Singh Bains, were detained during the protests, only to be later released. The BJP also staged protests near Delhi Secretariat, resulting in detentions and the use of water cannons by police to disperse the crowd. (With inputs from agencies)

No interim relief for Arvind Kejriwal from Delhi High Court, next hearing on April 3

India has launched a former complaint to the US over the State Department's latest remarks regarding the Delhi Chief Minister's arrest. Earlier today New Delhi summoned US' acting Deputy Chief of mission Gloria Berbena to the ministry of External Affairs. Watch to know more!

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