Delhi elections highlights: AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal releases party's manifesto for Delhi polls
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New Delhi: Delhi CM Atishi, right, and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal, second right, with party leaders Sanjay Singh, second left, and Dilip Pandey address a press conference, in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. (Photo: PTI)
After its dominant victories in the National Capital during 2015 and 2020, the Aam Aadmi Party faces a crucial test as the Bharatiya Janata Party launches an intense effort to claim control of Delhi.
Over 500 cases of alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct have been registered so far ahead of the assembly elections in the national capital, an official said on Thursday. The cases were registered between January 7, when the model code came into effect, and January 22. A total of 17,879 people were arrested under various provisions, including the Excise Act, during this period, according to a statement. Ahead of the polls, the city police has intensified vigilance at border checkpoints and conducted crackdowns on illegal activities, including the smuggling of arms, liquor and drugs. Delhi Police recorded 504 cases of alleged Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violations and confiscated 270 illegal firearms and 372 cartridges, the statement said. Law enforcement agencies also seized Rs 4.56 crore in cash and 37.39 kg of silver, the statement said. Polling for all 70 assembly seats in Delhi will be held on February 5, with votes to be counted on February 8.
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AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal releases party's manifesto
Arvind Kejriwal guarantees employment to youth, 'Mahila Samman Yojna', free treatment to elderly in party manifesto.
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First Published: Jan 27 2025 | 12:59 PM IST
