New Delhi : A total of 1,521 nominations have been filed for the 70-member Delhi Assembly elections, setting the stage for a highly competitive contest. According to the Election Commission, 680 nomination papers were filed on the final day, marking a surge in interest as the deadline approached. The commission has also revealed interesting insights into the constituency-wise distribution of nominations, with New Delhi Assembly emerging as the hotbed of political activity.
In the New Delhi constituency, a total of 29 candidates have filed 40 nomination papers, indicating the intense competition for the prestigious seat. Among the key contenders is Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal, who will face off against BJP’s Parvesh Verma and Congress’ Sandeep Dixit. This seat has garnered significant attention due to the high-profile candidates, and all eyes will be on how the political dynamics unfold in this constituency.
Similarly, the Kalkaji seat has seen considerable interest, with 18 candidates filing 28 nomination papers. The incumbent Chief Minister Atishi from the AAP is seeking re-election from this constituency, where she will be challenged by BJP’s Ramesh Bidhuri and Congress’ Alka Lamba. The presence of such high-profile candidates in Kalkaji and New Delhi highlights the significance of these constituencies in the upcoming elections.
The scrutiny of nomination papers is currently underway, with election officials meticulously verifying the documents submitted by the candidates. The last date for the withdrawal of nominations is set for the 20th of this month, after which the final list of candidates will be confirmed. This is a crucial stage in the election process, as any discrepancies or challenges to the nominations could impact the final list of contesting candidates.
As the election draws nearer, political parties are gearing up for intense campaigning, focusing on these key constituencies and the broader Delhi electorate. The AAP, BJP, and Congress are expected to intensify their efforts in the coming days to woo voters and strengthen their positions ahead of the polling date.
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