MCD By-Election Results LIVE: BJP Dominates With 7 Seats, AAP Secures 3, Congress & Left Make 1 Powerful Gain Each
Get the latest MCD By-Election Results LIVE: BJP wins 7 seats, AAP secures 3, while Congress and the Left gain 1 seat each
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won seven of the 12 wards in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) today. While the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) won three seats, Congress and the Left party managed to win one seat each.
Of the 12 wards where voting was held on November 30, nine were earlier held by the BJP and the remaining by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). The vote percentage was 38.51 per cent as compared to 50.47 per cent in the MCD elections held for 250 wards in 2022.
Ten counting centres were set up at Kanjhawala, Pitampura, Bharat Nagar, Civil Lines, Rouse Avenue, Dwarka, Najafgarh, Gole Market, Pushp Vihar and Mandawali, the State Election Commission said in a statement.
The by-election for 12 vacant wards in the MCD concluded with a resounding performance from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) — the party clinched 7 seats, reaffirming its dominance in Delhi’s civic body.
Meanwhile, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) secured 3 seats, and both Indian National Congress and the Left (in this case represented by All India Forward Bloc) managed to win 1 seat each.
In terms of vote turnout, across all 12 wards, the overall voter turnout was recorded at 38.51% — lower than MCD’s full-scale elections held earlier.
This by-poll was not just about filling vacancies; it was viewed as a crucial gauge of public sentiment — especially after recent political shifts in Delhi’s governance landscape.
The vacancies in the 12 wards occurred because several councillors were elected to higher offices — either in the state assembly or Parliament — leaving their MCD seats empty and prompting the by-elections.
MCD underwent a significant reshuffle in 2022, when 250 wards were contested in a full-fledged MCD election after delimitation. In that election, AAP had secured a strong number of seats, and BJP was also a major contender.
Over time, however, the composition within MCD changed — with defections and shifting loyalties leading to a volatile power balance.
The recent by-poll was thus seen as a “litmus test” — to determine which party enjoys greater grassroots support in civic-level governance, and whether AAP (which has had ups and downs) or BJP (currently riding a wave of confidence) will consolidate control.
Given the stakes — including upcoming decisions on mayoral polls, execution of civic projects, and overall governance — the by-elections carried more weight than a routine municipal vote.
The win not only adds more councillors to BJP’s tally, but also reinforces its dominance in civic governance across key wards. In a 250-member civic body, every seat counts.
Given these results, BJP’s hold on local governance becomes harder to challenge — which could help accelerate civic work (if the party follows through) or consolidate political influence.
Also, a strong showing could give BJP confidence heading into larger upcoming elections (state or national), by projecting a narrative that “public still trusts BJP at grassroots”.
Securing 3 wards shows AAP still has a core support base — especially in certain constituencies. This is crucial to prevent the party from being marginalized completely.
However, AAP’s performance also raises questions: can the party revive momentum? Will it rebuild trust with voters? The by-poll shows that while AAP remains relevant, their challenge is steep.
For AAP, these results must trigger introspection — about strategy, leadership, messaging, and how toFor Congress and the Left, winning 1 seat each in a BJP-AAP dominated space is a symbolic but meaningful achievement. It shows that there remain pockets of discontent or alternate political preferences beyond the two primary parties.
This may not shift the power equation drastically, but in multi-party politics, even one seat can matter — for coalitions, local issues, or future negotiations.
While the by-poll results show political shifts, they also spotlight underlying challenges for civic governance — especially in a city like Delhi where the civic body’s responsibilities are vast. Some issues that remain:
Low Voter Turnout: 38.51% turnout suggests many residents remain disengaged or disillusioned with local elections. For a city as large and politically aware as Delhi, this is concerning. It raises the question: are civic authorities, or parties, failing to mobilise or connect with citizens?
Civic Debt & Administrative Burden: The civic body has long struggled with financial and administrative issues. Historically, after full MCD elections (before delimitation), concerns were raised about how resources were managed, civic infrastructure maintenance, and accountability.
Expectations vs Delivery: Winning votes in by-polls is one thing; delivering effective governance (water supply, sanitation, waste management, urban planning) is another. The electorate may judge parties not just by seats, but by visible improvements — especially over coming months.
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