Delhi CM Face: No Deputy CM in BJP’s Plan, New Leader to Be Chosen from MLAs! Check Top Contenders

Delhi CM Face: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will decide on the new Chief Minister of Delhi only after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his US visit. Sources have confirmed that the next CM will be picked from the elected MLAs, and there will be no Deputy CM in the new government.

Delhi’s New CM: BJP to Pick from MLAs

According to an IANS report, BJP National President J.P. Nadda has stated that the Chief Minister will be chosen from among the elected MLAs. The decision will be made in the Legislature Party meeting, which will be scheduled after PM Modi’s return.

Meanwhile, sources reveal that one of the top priorities of the new BJP-led government will be cleaning the Yamuna River. The party has already initiated work on this and is committed to restoring the heavily polluted river.

Major Policy Decisions in First Cabinet Meeting

The new BJP government is set to introduce the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme in Delhi. This scheme, which provides financial aid for medical expenses to underprivileged citizens, was not implemented under the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.

Additionally, BJP President J.P. Nadda hinted at major policy announcements in the first cabinet meeting, expected to be held immediately after the swearing-in ceremony.

No Deputy CM in the New Government

Unlike the previous AAP government, the BJP has decided not to have a Deputy Chief Minister in Delhi. According to IANS, party insiders confirm that the government will be led by a single CM, ensuring streamlined leadership.

Following the election results, BJP has been holding a series of meetings with top leaders. Another round of discussions is expected to take place soon, leading up to the final announcement of the new Chief Minister.

Top Contenders for Delhi CM Face

Several senior BJP leaders are being considered for the Chief Minister’s post. Some of the frontrunners include:

Pravesh Verma – A strong Jat leader with rural influence who played a key role in BJP’s success in Outer Delhi.

Satish Upadhyay – Former Delhi BJP chief, known for his organisational skills and close association with the RSS.

Rekha Gupta – A rising woman leader from the Baniya community with strong RSS backing.

Other potential candidates include Manoj Tiwari, Harsh Malhotra, Vijender Gupta, Neelam Pehlwan, Poonam Sharma, and Bansuri Swaraj.

BJP’s Landslide Victory in Delhi Elections

The current Delhi Assembly’s term ends on February 26, and the new government must take charge before then. The BJP secured a major victory in the Delhi Assembly elections held on February 5, winning 48 out of 70 seats. The AAP, which ruled Delhi for the past decade, suffered a significant loss, securing only 22 seats. Meanwhile, the Congress failed to win a single seat for the third consecutive time.

The election results were officially declared on February 8, paving the way for the BJP to form the new government in Delhi.