Delhi Secretariat sealed ahead after Aam Admi Party's defeat

New Delhi:In the wake of the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) electoral defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections, the Delhi Secretariat has been temporarily sealed. This action was taken to address security concerns and ensure the safety of official records during the transition of power. The General Administration Department issued a notice requesting that no files, documents, or computer hardware be taken outside the Secretariat complex without proper authorization.

BJP poised to form govt in Delhi

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to form the government in Delhi after more than 26 years, leading in 45 out of 70 assembly seats. Notably, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal lost his New Delhi constituency to BJP's Parvesh Verma by over 4,000 votes.

Counting of votes for the Delhi assembly election 2025 is underway, with the Election Commission of India's trends suggesting a BJP comeback in the capital.The notice said that the order is applicable to the Secretariat offices and Camp Offices of council of Ministers and In-charges of both the offices are also directed for compliance of this order. The order is signed by joint secretary (GAD) Pradeep Tayal.

Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia lost

As per official data from the EC, AAP heavyweights like Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia have lost from their respective seats in the 2025 assembly polls, with CM Atishi winning from the Kalkaji constituency.The BJP was in the lead on 40 seats, having already bagged eight seats. Meanwhile, the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party was leading on 14 seats, having won 8 seats.