Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) election counting is underway at North Campus, with early trends showing ABVP candidate Aryan Maan ahead of NSUI’s Joslyn Nandita Chaudhary. Voter turnout touched nearly 39%, higher than last year’s 35%.
New Delhi, September 19, 2025
Counting of votes for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) elections began this morning at the North Campus sports stadium under tight security. Early trends indicate a strong lead for the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), with its presidential candidate Aryan Maan running ahead of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) nominee Joslyn Nandita Chaudhary.
According to initial rounds of counting, Aryan Maan secured 1,696 votes, while Joslyn Nandita trailed with 714 votes. The Left-backed candidate Anjali is in third position. Political observers suggest the ABVP has established a comfortable margin that could continue through later rounds.
Voter Turnout and Security
Out of more than 2.75 lakh eligible students, over 60,000 votes were cast, marking a turnout of 39.4% — a notable rise from last year’s 35.2%. More than 600 police personnel, including 160 with body cameras, have been deployed to maintain order. Drones and CCTV are also monitoring the counting centres.
The Key Contest
This year’s election witnessed a three-way battle between ABVP, NSUI and a Left alliance (SFI-AISA). The presidential race has been historic, with two women candidates — Joslyn Nandita and Anjali — contesting after nearly two decades.
- ABVP’s Aryan Maan promised metro concessions, free Wi-Fi, better sports facilities and accessibility audits on campus.
- NSUI’s Joslyn Nandita focused on hostel shortages, campus safety and menstrual leave for female students.
- Left-backed Anjali campaigned on gender sensitisation, opposition to fee hikes and student grievance redressal.
First-time voters highlighted Wi-Fi, classroom facilities, and affordable transport as their top issues.
Why ABVP is Leading
Political analysts point to ABVP’s strong organisational network and focus on development-oriented promises, which resonated with students frustrated by infrastructure gaps. The early surge in votes suggests the party has maintained its momentum from last year, when it also secured the DUSU presidency.
By contrast, NSUI’s issue-based campaign and the Left alliance’s agenda may have split the non-ABVP vote, weakening their challenge.
What’s Next
Counting is expected to take around 18–20 rounds, with official results likely to be declared later in the day. However, if current trends continue, Aryan Maan of ABVP is poised to emerge as the next DUSU president, extending the party’s dominance in Delhi University politics.
