Parvesh Verma, who defeated Kejriwal, likely to be Delhi's next Deputy Chief Minister: Sources
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma, who defeated Kejriwal, likely to be Delhi's next Deputy Chief Minister: Sources

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Parvesh Verma, who defeated Kejriwal, likely to be Delhi's next Deputy Chief Minister: Sources Parvesh Verma, who won the Lok Sabha polls as the BJP candidate from West Delhi seat in 2015, again contested the West Delhi Lok Sabha seat in 2019 and won by a whopping margin. Parvesh Verma, who defeated former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal from the New Delhi legislative assembly seat, is likely to be the Delhi's next Deputy Chief Minister, claim sources. He again contested the West Delhi Lok Sabha seat in 2019 and won by a whopping margin of over 4.78 lakh votes. Apart from Rekha Gupta, Parvesh Verma, who defeated AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal; former Delhi BJP presidents Vijender Gupta and Satish Upadhyay; and other leaders such as Pawan Sharma, Ashish Sood, and Shikha Rai were in the race for the top post in the politics of national capital.

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Delhi minister Parvesh Verma takes fresh swipe at Kejriwal: 'Will he become Punjab CM or Rajya Sabha MP?'
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Delhi minister Parvesh Verma takes fresh swipe at Kejriwal: 'Will he become Punjab CM or Rajya Sabha MP?'

India TV News  

Delhi minister Parvesh Verma takes fresh swipe at Kejriwal: 'Will he become Punjab CM or Rajya Sabha MP?' Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma took a jibe at the Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on his visit to Punjab, saying that he had already predicted this move of Kejriwal during the Delhi assembly election. Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma has taken …

Second BJP CM from Shalimar Bagh
1 month ago

Second BJP CM from Shalimar Bagh

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: With formation of the new government in the national capital with Rekha Gupta at its helm, the Shalimar Bagh constituency from where she emerged victor acquired the rare distinction of matching the New Delhi assembly seat, which has sent two former chief ministers – Sheila Dikshit and Arvind Kejriwal. Rekha Gupta is only the second representive from the …

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Finance Department; Parvesh Verma Gets PWD: Check Full List Of Portfolios
1 month ago

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Finance Department; Parvesh Verma Gets PWD: Check Full List Of Portfolios

ABP News  

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took charge of the office on Thursday after a grand swearing-in event at the Ramlila Maidan in the national capital. Along with Gupta, Parvesh Verma took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister while five other legislator were sworn in as cabinet ministers. Following the oath-taking ceremony, the Delhi cabinet has taken its shape with Gupta …

Why did BJP pick Rekha Gupta over Parvesh Verma as Delhi CM?
1 month ago

Why did BJP pick Rekha Gupta over Parvesh Verma as Delhi CM?

Hindustan Times  

Rekha Gupta, the Bharatiya Janata Party MLA from Shalimar Bagh, was on Thursday sworn in as the new Delhi chief minister at a grand ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta. Here are the possible reasons:- BJP's big women voters outreach Rekha Gupta's appointment as the Delhi CM showcases BJP's …

Parvesh Verma: I am very disciplined worker of BJP; will fulfill responsibility given to me says New Delhi MLA
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma: I am very disciplined worker of BJP; will fulfill responsibility given to me says New Delhi MLA

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata Party leader and New Delhi MLA Parvesh Verma on Thursday said he is a very disciplined worker of the party and will fulfill the responsibility entrusted to him. Delhi CM oath-taking ceremony LIVE Mr. Verma thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP national president J.P. Nadda, saying Delhi got good guidance under their leadership. When asked whether …

Parvesh Verma takes oath as Delhi cabinet minister: 5 things to know about him
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma takes oath as Delhi cabinet minister: 5 things to know about him

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma, who emerged as a “giant killer” after defeating Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi assembly election, took oath as a cabinet minister in the new government led by Rekha Gupta on Thursday. BJP leader Parvesh Verma defeated Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi constituency. Parvesh Verma is the son of …

Vijender Gupta, former BJP Delhi chief, set to become new assembly Speaker
1 month ago

Vijender Gupta, former BJP Delhi chief, set to become new assembly Speaker

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday picked Rohini MLA Vijender Gupta, a former head of its Delhi unit, as its candidate for the post of Delhi assembly Speaker. BJP leader Vijender Gupta celebrates after winning in the Delhi assembly poll Confirming his nomination, the senior leader told news agency PTI, “I will first of all get the CAG reports that …

Ahead of Rekha Gupta's oath as CM, Congress leader recalls her memories with BJP leader, posts pic from 1995
1 month ago

Ahead of Rekha Gupta's oath as CM, Congress leader recalls her memories with BJP leader, posts pic from 1995

India TV News  

Ahead of Rekha Gupta's oath as CM, Congress leader recalls her memories with BJP leader, posts pic from 1995 First-time MLA Rekha Gupta will be the new chief minister of Delhi, capping 11 days of suspense over who will get the top post after the BJP returned to power after 27 years ending the 10-year rule of the Arvind Kejriwal-led …

AAP MP Swati Maliwal congratulates new Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she meets expectations'
1 month ago

AAP MP Swati Maliwal congratulates new Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she meets expectations'

India TV News  

AAP MP Swati Maliwal congratulates new Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she meets expectations' Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Thursday congratulated newly-sworn-in Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta of the BJP. As the new Delhi CM Rekha Gupta takes charge, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has urged the BJP-led government in the National capital to table the …

BJP's Rekha Gupta sworn in as Delhi Chief Minister at Ramlila Maidan; six ministers take oath
1 month ago

BJP's Rekha Gupta sworn in as Delhi Chief Minister at Ramlila Maidan; six ministers take oath

New Indian Express  

According to party leaders, BJP MLA from Rohini Vijender Gupta has been named as the new speaker of the Delhi Assembly. The new Council of Ministers headed by Gupta is likely to hold its first meeting at the Delhi Secretariat around 3 pm and could implement the Mahila Samriddhi Yojna, under which eligible women will get a monthly payment of …

UPDATES| Delhi oath ceremony: Rekha Gupta, six cabinet ministers to be sworn-in at Ramlila Maidan
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1 month ago

UPDATES| Delhi oath ceremony: Rekha Gupta, six cabinet ministers to be sworn-in at Ramlila Maidan

New Indian Express  

According to party leaders, BJP MLA from Rohini Vijender Gupta has been named as the new speaker of the Delhi Assembly. The new Council of Ministers headed by Gupta is likely to hold its first meeting at the Delhi Secretariat around 3 pm and could implement the Mahila Samriddhi Yojna, under which eligible women will get a monthly payment of …

UPDATES | Delhi oath ceremony: Rekha Gupta, six cabinet ministers to be sworn-in shortly
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1 month ago

UPDATES | Delhi oath ceremony: Rekha Gupta, six cabinet ministers to be sworn-in shortly

New Indian Express  

According to party leaders, BJP MLA from Rohini Vijender Gupta has been named as the new speaker of the Delhi Assembly. The new Council of Ministers headed by Gupta is likely to hold its first meeting at the Delhi Secretariat around 3 pm and could implement the Mahila Samriddhi Yojna, under which eligible women will get a monthly payment of …

Parvesh Verma takes oath as Delhi Cabinet minister, says will carry out responsibility diligently
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma takes oath as Delhi Cabinet minister, says will carry out responsibility diligently

India TV News  

Parvesh Verma takes oath as Delhi Cabinet minister, says will carry out responsibility diligently Parvesh Verma who defeated AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal from the New Delhi seat in the Delhi elections, was on Thursday took oath as the Cabinet minister. New Delhi: In the presence of PM Modi, Amit Shah and other NDA leaders, BJP leader Parvesh Verma took oath …

Parvesh Verma sidelined as BJP picks Rekha Gupta as Delhi CM? Will he become deputy CM? Netizens react
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma sidelined as BJP picks Rekha Gupta as Delhi CM? Will he become deputy CM? Netizens react

Live Mint  

Bharatiya Janata Party's Parvesh Verma, who emerged as giant slayer and was considered as the frontrunner for the Delhi chief minister's post, missed out on an opportunity on Wednesday despite ending Arvind Kejriwal's supremacy in Delhi elections as the saffron party announced Shalimar Bagh MLA Rekha Gupta's name for the top post. With the BJP announcing the name of first-time …

‘It is very good thing…’: Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal’s first reaction as BJP appoints MLA Rekha Gupta as Delhi CM
1 month ago

‘It is very good thing…’: Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal’s first reaction as BJP appoints MLA Rekha Gupta as Delhi CM

Live Mint  

Former Delhi chief ministers and Aam Aadmi Party leaders — Atishi and Arvind Kejriwal — on Wednesday congratulated Shalimar Bagh MLA Rekha Gupta after the Bharatiya Janata Party named her as the new chief minister of Delhi. Delhi New CM Announcement LIVE: Arvind Kejriwal assures support “Many congratulations to Rekha Gupta ji on becoming the Chief Minister of Delhi. We …

Who is Rekha Gupta, Delhi’s new Chief Minister?
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1 month ago

Who is Rekha Gupta, Delhi’s new Chief Minister?

The Hindu  

Rekha Gupta, the debutante MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been chosen to be Delhi’s next Chief Minister, the Bharatiya Janata Party said after a Delhi legislative party meeting at its national headquarters on Wednesday evening. She beat out a number of other probable candidates, including Parvesh Sahib Singh who had defeated Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal in the New …

Rekha Gupta Named Delhi CM, Parvesh Verma Likely To Be Her Deputy. Oath-Taking Tomorrow
1 month ago

Rekha Gupta Named Delhi CM, Parvesh Verma Likely To Be Her Deputy. Oath-Taking Tomorrow

ABP News  

Delhi Chief Minister: Rekha Gupta will be the next Chief Minister of Delhi succeeding Aam Aadmi Party's Atishi as BJP returns to power in Delhi after more than 26 years by sweeping the February 5 Assembly polls while Parvesh Verma is likely to be her deputy, according to sources. "In our first cabinet meeting, we will implement the central government’s …

Atishi or Gopal Rai? With top guns defeated, who will be Delhi’s new LoP?
1 month ago

Atishi or Gopal Rai? With top guns defeated, who will be Delhi’s new LoP?

Live Mint  

The Aam Aadmi Party will have to step into the role of opposition in the Delhi assembly for the first time after it lost to the Bharatiya Janata Party in recently held polls. Mukesh Ahlawat secured victory in Sultanpur Majra, defeating BJP's Karam Singh Karma by 17,126 votes. Hussain, the food and civil supplies minister, won from Ballimaran with the …

Delhi CM Announcement Highlights: Rekha Gupta becomes CM-designate, thanks PM Modi
1 month ago

Delhi CM Announcement Highlights: Rekha Gupta becomes CM-designate, thanks PM Modi

Firstpost  

Delhi New CM Announcement Live: The BJP has come to power after 26 years, defeating the Aam Aadmi Party in the February 5 Delhi Assembly polls BJP supporters celebrate the party's decisive lead in the Delhi Assembly polls as counting of votes is underway, outside the Delhi BJP office in New Delhi, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. The much awaited decision …

Delhi CM suspense to end today? BJP MLAs to meet for electing leader| 10 points
1 month ago

Delhi CM suspense to end today? BJP MLAs to meet for electing leader| 10 points

Hindustan Times  

The much-anticipated decision regarding who will be the next chief minister of Delhi is likely to be taken on Wednesday during a meeting of the newly-elected BJP MLAs' ahead of the oath-taking ceremony in Ramlila Maidan on February 20. Virendra Sachdeva, President of Delhi BJP, along with other senior BJP leaders, inspected the preparations for the upcoming oath ceremony of …

Delhi cabinet: Parvesh Verma, Kapil Mishra among six to take oath as ministers
1 month ago

Delhi cabinet: Parvesh Verma, Kapil Mishra among six to take oath as ministers

India Today  

Delhi is gearing up for the oath ceremony of Rekha Gupta as the next Chief Minister to replace Atishi to form the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the national capital after the saffron camp defeated Aam Aadmi Party in the recently held Assembly elections. Bharatiya Janata Party leaders Parvesh Verma, Kapil Mishra, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Ravindra Raj, Ashish Sood and …

Rekha Gupta to be new Delhi CM, 50,000 people may attend swearing-in ceremony
1 month ago

Rekha Gupta to be new Delhi CM, 50,000 people may attend swearing-in ceremony

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Rekha Gupta was chosen as the next Delhi Chief Minister by the BJP legislature party meeting on Wednesday. Parvesh Verma, who defeated former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi assembly seat, is set to become the Deputy CM. Gupta, who is a first-time MLA, will be the BJP's fourth Delhi CM after Madan Lal Khurana, Sahib …

Parvesh Verma hails party for naming a woman as CM, says 'for BJP, women empowerment is not just slogan'
1 month ago

Parvesh Verma hails party for naming a woman as CM, says 'for BJP, women empowerment is not just slogan'

India TV News  

Parvesh Verma hails party for naming a woman as CM, says 'for BJP, women empowerment is not just slogan' BJP leader Parvesh Verma, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal from New Delhi Assembly constituency, has hailed the BJP for naming a woman, Rekha Gupta, as Delhi's next CM. Parvesh Verma's first reaction: Parvesh Verma, who defeated former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, in …

Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi congratulate Delhi CM-designate Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she will fulfil all promises'
1 month ago

Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi congratulate Delhi CM-designate Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she will fulfil all promises'

India TV News  

Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi congratulate Delhi CM-designate Rekha Gupta: 'Hope she will fulfil all promises' Bharatiya Janata Party leader Rekha Gupta will be the new Chief Minister of Delhi. Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday congratulated BJP leader Rekha Gupta on being named as the next Chief Minister of Delhi. Atishi congratulates Rekha Gupta Echoing similar sentiments, Delhi's …

Who will be Delhi's next chief minister? Meet the frontrunners. Is there a BJP 'dark horse'?
1 month ago

Who will be Delhi's next chief minister? Meet the frontrunners. Is there a BJP 'dark horse'?

Hindustan Times  

Delhi CM announcement: The Bharatiya Janata Party, which came to power in the national capital after a 27-year gap, is likely to elect the next Delhi chief minister at a meeting of its elected MLAs on Wednesday, February 19. Virendra Sachdeva, president of Delhi BJP along with other senior BJP leaders, inspects the preparations for the oath ceremony of Delhi's …

'Dark horse' may win race as BJP MLAs set to meet on Wednesday to choose Delhi CM
1 month ago

'Dark horse' may win race as BJP MLAs set to meet on Wednesday to choose Delhi CM

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The suspense over the new Delhi Chief Minister is set to end soon. Party sources said the BJP legislature party meeting will take place around 3:30 pm on Wednesday following which the name of the CM will be announced. The new Delhi CM and the council of ministers will then take oath at the iconic Ramlila Maidan on …

What online buzz reveals about Delhi Chief Minister probables
1 month ago

What online buzz reveals about Delhi Chief Minister probables

India Today  

As newly-elected MLAs of the BJP gear up to choose the next Delhi chief minister, India Today has analysed online buzz around probable candidates to replace outgoing Chief Minister Atishi of AAP. An analysis of their social media accounts and online user search interests indicates that Parvesh Verma is the preferred candidate for the chief minister’s post – closely followed …

BJP may pick woman CM for Delhi
1 month ago

BJP may pick woman CM for Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The BJP is set to form the next government in Delhi, bringing an end to the decade-long rule of the Aam Aadmi Party. According to BJP insiders, the suspense over Delhi’s next chief minister will end on Wednesday, when the newly elected BJP legislators are expected to elect their leader at the party’s state unit office on Pandit …

BJP likely to announce new Chief Minister on Feb 17
1 month ago

BJP likely to announce new Chief Minister on Feb 17

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party is likely to announce the Chief Minister of Delhi on Monday, over a week after the February 8 poll results. BJP leaders told The Hindu that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had returned from his foreign trip and that the decision would be taken on Monday followed by a swearing-in ceremony during the week. Senior BJP leaders …

BJP Postpones Meeting To Finalise Delhi CM, Oath Ceremony Likely On Feb 21
1 month ago

BJP Postpones Meeting To Finalise Delhi CM, Oath Ceremony Likely On Feb 21

ABP News  

The Bharatiya Janata Party has postponed its legislature party meeting scheduled for Monday to two days later. Earlier, the party was scheduled to hold the meeting to finalise the name of the Delhi chief minister on Monday, at 3 pm. It was also reported earlier that the oath-taking ceremony for the chief minister could be held on February 19 which …

BJP weighs Jat card as CM race heats up in Delhi
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP weighs Jat card as CM race heats up in Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi back from the US, lobbying for the post of Delhi Chief Minister has intensified. Paving the way for the selection of the new Delhi CM candidate and the Cabinet, the BJP, according to insiders, is set to appoint central observers latest by Sunday to officially initiate the process of electing the leader of …

Breaking News: Delhi CM Race Heats Up as Top Contenders Emerge for Position | ABP NEWS
1 month, 1 week ago

Breaking News: Delhi CM Race Heats Up as Top Contenders Emerge for Position | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

In Delhi, the race for the next Chief Minister post has heated up following the recent elections, and three key names are currently in the running. Jitender Mahajan and Manjinder Singh Sirsa, both influential figures, are also among the top contenders. While the three names are currently at the forefront, sources suggest that the leadership is also considering other possibilities, …

Power struggle within BJP suggests it will change CMs in Delhi like last time: Yadav
1 month, 1 week ago

Power struggle within BJP suggests it will change CMs in Delhi like last time: Yadav

The Hindu  

Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav on Friday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party, which won 48 of the 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly, for not declaring the Chief Minister’s name even almost a week after the election results. “When the BJP came to power in Delhi for the first time nearly 32 years ago, the city saw three CMs over …

BJP Weighs Two Deputy CMS for Delhi Govt Formation
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP Weighs Two Deputy CMS for Delhi Govt Formation

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As the hunt for the top post continues, the BJP is looking at the possibility of appointing two deputy chief ministers in Delhi. “BJP leaders from various cross sections of society, including Punjabis, Sikhs, Purvanchalis, Uttarakhandis, Vaishya, Jats, among others, have now become MLAs and they need to be represented in our government,” the party insiders claimed. These …

Delhi CM race heats up: BJP MLAs Rekha Gupta, Shikha Roy, Arvinder Lovely huddle with JP Nadda
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi CM race heats up: BJP MLAs Rekha Gupta, Shikha Roy, Arvinder Lovely huddle with JP Nadda

Live Mint  

Delhi CM suspense continues: The suspense over who will take over as the chief minister of Delhi continues, two days after the Delhi election result declared the Bharatiya Janata Party as the winner. On Tuesday, 10 Delhi BJP leaders, including Anil Sharma, Shikha Roy, Satish Upadhyay, Arvinder Singh Lovely, Vijendra Gupta, Ajay Mahawar, Rekha Gupta, Kapil Mishra, Kulwant Rana and …

Delhi CM race heats up: BJP MLAs Rekha Gupta, Shikha Roy, Arvinder Lovely huddle with JP Nadda
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi CM race heats up: BJP MLAs Rekha Gupta, Shikha Roy, Arvinder Lovely huddle with JP Nadda

Live Mint  

Delhi CM suspense continues: The suspense over who will take over as the chief minister of Delhi continues, two days after the Delhi election result declared the Bharatiya Janata Party as the winner. On Tuesday, 10 Delhi BJP leaders, including Anil Sharma, Shikha Roy, Satish Upadhyay, Arvinder Singh Lovely, Vijendra Gupta, Ajay Mahawar, Rekha Gupta, Kapil Mishra, Kulwant Rana and …

Delhi new CM announcement highlights: BJP MLAs meet Nadda amid suspense over CM post
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1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi new CM announcement highlights: BJP MLAs meet Nadda amid suspense over CM post

Hindustan Times  

Delhi new CM announcement highlights: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva, BJP Delhi in-charge Baijayant Panda, BJP National General Secretary BL Santosh, BJP MPs from Delhi and newly-elected MLAs before a meeting after the victory in Delhi Assembly elections, at the Delhi state office in New Delhi, Sunday. Delhi new CM announcement highlights: The Bharatiya Janata Paty is yet to announce …

Delhi govt formation: Will national capital get woman CM for fourth time? Contenders for BJP's surprise pick
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1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi govt formation: Will national capital get woman CM for fourth time? Contenders for BJP's surprise pick

India TV News  

Bharatiya Janata Party, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, is known for giving surprises, defying all projections over names of chief minister or ministers in a state after the saffron party won the assembly elections. The BJP may pick one of these women MLAs for the CM post: Shikha Roy emerged as a giant killer as …

Delhi CM role: BJP may pick woman, old-timer or Purvanchali face
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi CM role: BJP may pick woman, old-timer or Purvanchali face

Hindustan Times  

Two days after the Bharatiya Janata Party won a comprehensive victory in the Delhi assembly elections, the buzz over who the Capital’s next chief minister will be intensified on Monday, with the names of several legislators doing the rounds for the top post. On Monday, at least two senior BJP leaders aware of the matter told HT that if the …

Amid Buzz Over Parvesh Verma As CM Pick, BJP Leaders Voice Differing Views
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1 month, 1 week ago

Amid Buzz Over Parvesh Verma As CM Pick, BJP Leaders Voice Differing Views

ABP News  

New Delhi, Feb 10 The new chief minister of Delhi should be chosen from the elected BJP MLAs, a section of party leaders said on Monday amid a buzz over the contenders' names for the top post. He asserted that among the newly-elected MLAs, there are several competent leaders, including two former Delhi BJP presidents, one national secretary of the …

Parvesh Verma Likely To Be Delhi Chief Minister As BJP, RSS Agree Over CM Pick
1 month, 1 week ago

Parvesh Verma Likely To Be Delhi Chief Minister As BJP, RSS Agree Over CM Pick

ABP News  

BJP leader Parvesh Verma is likely to be the next chief minister of Delhi, as the party and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh agreed on his name, sources told ABP News. Verma defeated Aam Aadmi Party convener and former CM Arvind Kejriwal from the New Delhi seat in the recently concluded assembly polls in the national capital. The 47-year-old BJP leader made …

Will BJP make Parvesh Verma Delhi CM? 5 factors that work for him
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1 month, 1 week ago

Will BJP make Parvesh Verma Delhi CM? 5 factors that work for him

Firstpost  

Parvesh Verma is the one leader that ticks several boxes. Parvesh Verma delivered a stunning upset by defeating Aam Aadmi Party national convenor and former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi constituency. A Jat CM in Delhi is likely to help BJP in UP, Haryana, Rajasthan and also Punjab The BJP’s leadership choices in various states have reflected …

Who will be next Delhi CM? Caste, RSS & other key factors that will influence BJP’s decision
1 month, 1 week ago

Who will be next Delhi CM? Caste, RSS & other key factors that will influence BJP’s decision

Live Mint  

The Bharatiya Janata Party is all set to form the next government in Delhi after winning 48 seats in the 70-member Delhi assembly. Delhi BJP Chief, Virendra Sachdeva, said that the party’s central leadership, which includes Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, will take a decision. “The RSS will make suggestions based on several factors, including …

Booth and nail! How Parvesh Verma dethroned Kejriwal in his home seat
1 month, 1 week ago

Booth and nail! How Parvesh Verma dethroned Kejriwal in his home seat

India Today  

The Aam Aadmi Party losing the Delhi Assembly elections did not come as much of a surprise to anyone. Final vote count Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal trailed Parvesh Verma in most polling stations. Of the 123 polling stations and two auxiliary booths, Kejriwal led in 49, while Verma secured more votes in 76, helping him clinch victory. According …

Delhi may get woman chief minister: Inside details of BJP's probables, plan
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi may get woman chief minister: Inside details of BJP's probables, plan

India Today  

Following the BJP's resounding victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, sources have indicated that the national capital could see a woman Chief Minister at the helm. The saffron party is also considering appointing a Deputy Chief Minister from an under-represented background, sources said, adding that the new cabinet is expected to have strong representation of women and Dalits. Meanwhile, the …

BJP had three Delhi CMs before but none completed 5-year term
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP had three Delhi CMs before but none completed 5-year term

Live Mint  

This will be the fourth time that Delhi will have a chief Minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The previous three Chief Ministers from the BJP in Delhi are Madan Lal Khurana, Sahib Singh Verma, and Sushma Swaraj. Khurana was the first chief minister to serve Delhi after the state Legislative Assembly was reinstated through the 69th Constitution Amendment Act, …

Delhi to get BJP CM after 27 years. Did you know its last one was in power for only 52 days?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi to get BJP CM after 27 years. Did you know its last one was in power for only 52 days?

Firstpost  

The BJP, which registered a historic victory on Saturday, has had three chief ministers: Madan Lal Khurana, Sahib Singh Verma, and Sushma Swaraj during its previous rule between 1993 and 1998. Swaraj, who was the first woman to occupy the role, had the shortest term, lasting just 52 days Late EAM Sushma Swaraj greets eminent citizens from the field of …

Delhi polls: From caste and community to gender, BJP’s delicate balancing act while picking next CM
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi polls: From caste and community to gender, BJP’s delicate balancing act while picking next CM

Firstpost  

The BJP’s blowout victory in Delhi has left it facing a vital question – who will be the next chief minister of Delhi? Given recent history in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, the party may also pick someone from the OBC or Jat community Parvesh Verma celebrating after claiming victory in the Delhi Assembly polls. Let’s take a closer …

Atishi Marlena resigns as Delhi CM after BJP's thumping victory in Assembly elections
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Atishi Marlena resigns as Delhi CM after BJP's thumping victory in Assembly elections

Firstpost  

BJP is likely to stake claim to power next week after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from a foreign visit. The party has maintained the suspense over who will become the new chief minister of Delhi Atishi Marlena has resigned from the post of Delhi Chief Minister following BJP's clean sweep in the Assembly elections here. PTI file Delhi’s outgoing …

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