Despite being the son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sahib Singh Verma, Parvesh Verma did not have an easy political career. Born into a well-known political family, many assumed his path in politics would be smooth. However, his journey was filled with challenges, competition, and hard-earned victories.
Parvesh Verma officially entered politics in 2013, nearly 36 years after his father’s tenure. Before this, he was involved in public service but had no electoral experience. The BJP first gave him an election ticket in 2013 from the Mehrauli Assembly seat, which he won, marking his political debut.
His real breakthrough came in 2014 when the BJP trusted him with the West Delhi Lok Sabha seat. He won with a huge margin and has remained a strong force in Delhi’s politics ever since. His recent victory in the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections from the New Delhi seat further cemented his position as a key BJP leader.
Parvesh Verma’s Political Career and BJP’s Leadership Choice
During the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, Parvesh Verma made headlines by defeating AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi constituency. Many expected him to be chosen as Delhi’s next Chief Minister. However, in a surprising move, the BJP selected Rekha Gupta as the new Delhi CM, while Parvesh Verma will br appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister.
How Much is Parvesh Verma’s Wealth?
Along with his political success, Parvesh Verma’s wealth has also been a topic of discussion. According to his nomination papers, he has declared a personal net worth of ₹89 crore. His wife, Swati Singh, has assets worth ₹24.4 crore, bringing their total family wealth to ₹113 crore.
His financial assets include:
- ₹2.2 lakh in cash
- Stock market investments worth ₹52.75 crore
- Insurance policies valued at ₹17 lakh
- Swati Singh’s insurance coverage worth ₹5.5 lakh
Parvesh Verma to Take Oath as Delhi’s Deputy CM
As Delhi enters a new political era, Parvesh Verma will take charge as the Deputy Chief Minister, while Rekha Gupta will lead as the Delhi CM. The BJP government is expected to introduce major policies focused on Delhi’s development and governance. Citizens are now looking forward to the new leadership's plans and initiatives in the coming years.