NEW DELHI: The long-awaited vote counting for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) elections has finally begun, with strict restrictions in place to ensure a fair process. The counting is taking place at the North Campus, and the results are expected to be announced by 4 pm today.
The election has seen a direct contest between the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). According to the latest trends, NSUI is leading ahead of ABVP. NSUI hopes to retain some seats, while ABVP aims for a complete win.
The university has laid down strict guidelines for the candidates, prohibiting activities like bursting crackers or conducting roadshows as imposing of Grap 4 amid poor air quality in Delhi.
Candidates have also been asked to submit an affidavit to the university, with the proforma available on the official website.
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The counting process is being closely monitored, and the results will be declared by 4 pm today. The university has instructed all colleges, departments, institutes, and centres to conduct the counting of their respective votes on November 24.
The results of the college student union elections were declared yesterday, with NSUI winning several seats in various colleges. The battle for the central panel posts is expected to be closely fought between NSUI and ABVP.
More than 53,000 students cast their votes in this election, and the results will be eagerly awaited by all stakeholders.
The university has also asked all candidates contesting the DUSU elections to sign an affidavit pledging to refrain from using dhols, loudspeakers, firecrackers, or pamphlets in both open and closed premises after the declaration of results. The affidavit also prohibits candidates from organizing roadshows or rallies to celebrate their victory.
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Failure to comply with these conditions can result in the cancellation of a candidate’s victory or removal from their elected post.
The results of the DUSU elections are keenly awaited by the BJP and the Congress, as they are seen as a barometer of Delhi youth’s political mood. Gains for the student wing of the Congress, National Students Union of India (NSUI), or the RSS-backed Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) may set a favourable tone for the upcoming Assembly elections in February.
CYSS, the student wing of AAP, which has headed the Delhi government for a decade, is yet to emerge as a significant player in the DUSU elections.
Stay tuned with THE NEW INDIAN for more updates on the DUSU election results