Wed Feb 19 07:02:13 UTC 2025: ## BJP Set to Swear in New Delhi Chief Minister Amidst Speculation and High Security

**New Delhi, February 19, 2025** – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to take the reins of Delhi’s government after a landslide victory in the recent assembly elections. A grand swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief Minister is scheduled for Thursday, February 20th, at Ramlila Maidan. The event is expected to draw a massive crowd, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Cabinet members, and Chief Ministers from various states.

Today, the newly elected BJP MLAs will meet to choose their legislative party leader, who will then be sworn in as the next Chief Minister. While several names are circulating, including Parvesh Verma and Vijender Gupta, the identity of the new leader remains undisclosed. Speculation abounds as to whether the BJP will opt for a fresh face or a more established figure, and whether a woman will be chosen for the post, potentially making her the fourth woman Chief Minister of Delhi.

Security will be extremely tight, with over 5,000 police personnel and 10 companies of paramilitary forces deployed to manage the large crowd and ensure the safety of dignitaries. A traffic advisory has been issued by Delhi Police outlining road closures and diversions. Preparations at Ramlila Maidan are underway, including a fresh coat of paint on the boundary walls. The ceremony, initially planned for 4:30 PM, may now take place in the morning.

The BJP’s victory marks a return to power in Delhi after 27 years, following their securing of 48 out of 70 seats. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) won 22 seats, while the Congress failed to win any. The choice of the new Chief Minister and cabinet will be finalized at a BJP legislative party meeting this evening.

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