Sat Feb 08 06:20:21 UTC 2025: ## Congress Faces Predicted Wipeout in Delhi Assembly Elections; BJP Takes Early Lead

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections is underway, with early trends indicating a potential repeat of the Congress party’s dismal performance in previous elections. Current projections suggest the party may fail to win any seats for the third consecutive time, a stark contrast to its 15-year reign in the national capital until 2013.

Despite a vigorous campaign featuring high-profile leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the Congress, which secured eight seats and a 24.55% vote share in 2013, appears to be facing a significant setback. Several exit polls accurately predicted this outcome.

Meanwhile, the BJP is currently leading in 41 assembly seats, according to initial trends from the Election Commission website, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is ahead in 29. This suggests a possible BJP victory, marking their return to power after a significant absence since 1998. While AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia are currently leading in their respective constituencies, Deputy Chief Minister Atishi is trailing.

A win for AAP would mark a fourth consecutive term for the party, surpassing Congress’s record of 15 years in power. However, exit polls prior to the election favored the BJP. The final results will determine whether AAP can secure another term or if the BJP will stage a comeback.

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