The battle for Delhi has intensified as voting concluded today (February 5), across all 70 Assembly seats. With 699 candidates in the fray, the election has drawn fierce competition among major parties and independent candidates. However, a new twist has emerged in the political landscape, with Rajasthan’s Phalodi Satta Bazaar making a striking prediction: a deadlock between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with both parties projected to win around 35 seats each.
What does the Phalodi Satta market say?
According to the latest projections from Phalodi Satta Bazaar as per local media outlets, Delhi is poised for a nail-biting contest. The predictions indicate that AAP could secure between 35 to 37 seats, while BJP is expected to win 33 to 35 seats. With 36 seats required for a clear majority, AAP appears to have an edge, but the tight margin has stirred anxiety within its camp. A potential photo-finish could pave the way for unexpected political maneuvers and alliances post-election.
Could Delhi witness a political turnaround?
Despite the predictions favoring an AAP victory, the political climate remains unpredictable. Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who has been an MLA from the New Delhi constituency since 2013, faces a stiff challenge this time. His main rivals include BJP’s Pravesh Verma and Congress’ Sandeep Dixit. While Verma poses a formidable challenge, Dixit’s presence could play spoiler and shake up the race.
Adding to the suspense, the BJP might benefit from the central government’s recent tax relief announced in the February 1 budget. If AAP fails to secure a majority, it could lead to a dramatic shift in Delhi’s political dynamics. With results set to be announced on February 8, all eyes remain on the final outcome.