BJP Triumphs in Chandigarh Mayor Election Over AAP-Congress
Thu, 30 Jan 2025

BJP Wins Chandigarh Mayor Election, Defeats AAP-Congress Alliance
In a significant political development, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won the Chandigarh Mayor election. They defeated the AAP-Congress alliance. The win marks a crucial boost for the party ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This intensifies the political battle in the union territory.
Election Highlights
- BJP’s Manoj Sonkar secured the Mayor post, defeating the AAP-Congress-backed candidate.
- The election witnessed high political drama as allegations of foul play and tensions ran high during the voting process.
- The AAP and Congress had formed an alliance to challenge the BJP but failed to secure enough votes.
Political Reactions
- BJP leaders celebrated the victory, calling it a testament to public trust in the party’s governance.
- AAP and Congress leaders alleged electoral misconduct, accusing the BJP of misusing power to influence the results.
- Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticized the election outcome, calling for an investigation.
Impact on 2024 Elections
The BJP’s win in Chandigarh is seen as a strategic victory, setting the tone for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. It also highlights the challenges faced by the opposition alliance, raising questions about their political strategy going forward.
As political tensions rise, all eyes will be on the next steps from the opposition. People are also keen to see how the BJP capitalizes on this momentum.