Delhi CM Race: Key BJP Candidates Eyeing the Top Spot

Delhi CM Race: Key BJP Candidates Eyeing the Top Spot

Curated by Manjiri Patil|  February 8, 2025

Parvesh Verma

Former MP and son of ex-CM Sahib Singh Verma, gained prominence by defeating AAP’s Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi, earning the “giant killer” title.

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BanSuri Swaraj

Daughter of the late Sushma Swaraj and a first-time MP from New Delhi, has rapidly gained prominence in Delhi BJP unit after contesting from the historic seat once held by Atal Bihari Vajpayee and LK Advani

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Smriti Irani

The former Union minister rose to national prominence after defeating Rahul Gandhi in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Despite her recent loss, she remains a potential CM candidate within the party.

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Dushyant Gautam

BJP’s national general secretary, contesting from Karol Bagh and has a solid political background, making him a strong CM contender.

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Vijender Gupta

The senior BJP leader, former Delhi BJP chief and opposition leader in the Assembly, has consistently held the Rohini seat, winning in 2015 and 2020. He is seeking re-election and remains a strong CM contender.

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Satish Upadhyay

Former Delhi BJP president and current NDMC Vice Chairman contesting from Malviya Nagar is also viewed as a possible CM candidate.

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Kailash Gahlot

Inching towards victory from Bijwasan constituency makes Gahlot another notable figure vying for the CM position.

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Kapil Mishra

Leading in early trends from Karawal Nagar, Kapil Mishra has emerged as a potential CM candidate in the ongoing race.

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Ramesh Bidhuri

Former MP and prominent Gurjar leader remains a central figure in BJP’s Delhi politics and a potential CM candidate.

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