Tue Jan 07 05:20:23 UTC 2025: ## Delhi Assembly Election Dates to be Announced Today
**New Delhi, India** – The Election Commission of India will announce the dates for the Delhi Assembly elections at 2 pm today. The current Assembly’s term ends on February 15th, necessitating the election of the next Assembly before that date.
The election is shaping up to be a three-way contest between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Congress. AAP, seeking a third consecutive term, is highlighting its achievements in education and healthcare, promising further benefits like ₹2,100 monthly assistance to women and free treatment for the elderly. AAP’s campaign is led by Arvind Kejriwal, who recently stepped down as Chief Minister after receiving bail in a corruption case, and Manish Sisodia, also implicated in corruption allegations. AAP alleges that the BJP is using central agencies for political vendetta.
The BJP, meanwhile, is aggressively campaigning against AAP, accusing the party of widespread corruption and mismanagement, citing the renovation of the Chief Minister’s residence as a prime example. They predict a significant defeat for AAP. Congress is contesting independently, aiming to capitalize on dissatisfaction with both AAP and BJP. The outcome of this highly anticipated election will significantly impact Delhi’s political landscape.
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