The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Ajit Pawar, has officially announced its first-phase candidates for the Delhi Vidhan Sabha Election 2025. This significant move follows approval from the party’s parliamentary board. Brijmohan Shrivastav, National General Secretary and Chief National Spokesperson of the party, confirmed that 11 candidates would represent NCP in the elections, aiming to establish a strong presence in Delhi.
NCP’s National General Secretary Brijmohan Shrivastav Revield The List
“We believe these candidates embody the core values of the NCP and will best represent our vision for Delhi’s future,” Shrivastav remarked. Key candidates include Ratan Tyagi (Burari), Shri Mulayam Singh (Badli), Khalid Ur Rehman (Chandni Chowk), and Narender Tanwar (Chhatarpur). Other notable candidates include Imran Saifi from Okhla and Qamar Ahmad from Sangam Vihar.
Delhi LG Orders Probe Into Alleged Cash Transfer Scheme
Ahead of the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has instructed the Delhi Commissioner of Police (CP) to investigate allegations made by Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit regarding the transportation of cash from Punjab to Delhi. Dikshit, who is running for election in the New Delhi constituency, has claimed that private vehicles, with police escorts from Punjab, are being used to illegally transfer large sums of money to influence voters.
Dikshit has requested authorities in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan to monitor the movement of these vehicles. In response to these allegations, the Delhi Lieutenant Governor has directed the CP to carry out checks on vehicles coming from Punjab at the Delhi border. The LG expressed concerns that the use of such illegal funds could compromise the free and fair nature of the upcoming elections.
Legal Implications of Using Money Power in Elections
The Lieutenant Governor’s office has stated that the use of money to influence elections is an offence under sections 170 and 171 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and section 123 of the Representation of People Act, 1951. The letter issued by the Principal Secretary to the Delhi LG emphasised that any attempts to influence voters using illicit funds could undermine the democratic process.
The Delhi government has vowed to ensure that no illegal means will be used to sway the results of the Delhi Vidhan Sabha Election 2025.
Key Takeaways:
- NCP Announces 11 Candidates for Delhi Vidhan Sabha 2025
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has unveiled its first-phase candidates for the Delhi Vidhan Sabha Election 2025. A total of 11 candidates will represent the party in key constituencies across Delhi. Notable candidates include Ratan Tyagi (Burari), Shri Mulayam Singh (Badli), and Khalid Ur Rehman (Chandni Chowk). - Allegations of Illegal Cash Transfers from Punjab
Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit has accused private vehicles with Punjab police escorts of transporting large sums of cash to influence voters ahead of the Delhi elections. He has urged authorities in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan to monitor these activities. - Delhi LG Orders Immediate Action
In response to the allegations, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has directed the Delhi Commissioner of Police to investigate the movement of vehicles from Punjab to Delhi. This action is aimed at ensuring that illegal money does not affect the integrity of the election process. - Legal Framework to Combat Election Malpractices
The Delhi LG emphasised that using money to influence voters is illegal under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Representation of People Act, 1951. These laws ensure that the election process remains free and fair.
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