Delhi is gearing up for its assembly elections, and political activity has intensified. All parties are strategizing, but for BJP, the challenge is especially daunting. While the party consistently waves its victorious flag across the country, it has failed to secure a win in Delhi since 1998.
A Persistent Challenge for BJP
Though Delhi is the capital of India, it has remained an unsolved puzzle for BJP. Despite numerous attempts to win over the city, the party has faced defeat every time. Even during the 2014 Modi wave, when BJP emerged victorious nationwide, Delhi remained an impenetrable fortress.
BJP’s Strategy Fails to Yield Results in Delhi
In the elections of 2013, 2015, and 2020, the party faced defeat. BJP tried several strategies, from fielding prominent figures like Sushma Swaraj, Madan Lal Khurana, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, and Kiran Bedi as the CM face, but the power in Delhi always stayed with the Aam Aadmi Party and Congress. In the 2020 elections, BJP entered the race without a CM face, but Arvind Kejriwal’s soft Hindutva agenda, along with his issues of simplicity, overpowered the Modi wave and the strategy of polarization, securing his victory.
BJP to Contest Without a CM Face in 2024
In 2024, BJP is once again entering the race without a CM face. This time, the party believes that the corruption allegations against Arvind Kejriwal have weakened his image. Leaders like Pravesh Verma, Meenakshi Lekhi, and Arvinder Singh Lovely could potentially be game-changers for BJP.
Will BJP Break the Longstanding Defeat in Delhi?
The upcoming elections promise to be an exciting battle for power in Delhi. The real question is: will BJP finally capture the capital, or will this challenge remain unconquered once again? Stay tuned to see who emerges victorious in this crucial political game.
