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Why the win in Delhi is important for Modi's BJP


Published on 2025-02-08 02:21:01 - Firstpost
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  • The BJP is all set to break AAP's dominance in Delhi and is on course to end its 27-year wait to return to the national capital. For the Narendra Modi-led party, this poll battle was crucial for a number of reasons: it was a matter of prestige,

The article from Firstpost discusses the significance of the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, highlighting the contest between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). It outlines the political landscape where AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, has been in power since 2015, focusing on issues like education, health, and electricity subsidies. Conversely, BJP, under Narendra Modi, aims to capture Delhi, which has eluded them despite their national dominance. The elections are crucial for BJP to prove their urban governance capabilities and for AAP to solidify its position in Delhi politics. The article also touches on the strategic importance of these elections for both parties ahead of the 2024 general elections, with BJP needing to expand its influence in urban centers and AAP looking to maintain its stronghold and possibly expand its influence nationally.

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