AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Leads the Battle in Ludhiana West Bypoll 2025
In a political contest that's drawing widespread attention across Punjab, the Ludhiana West by-election of 2025 has emerged as a pivotal moment, not just for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), but also for traditional powerhouses like Congress, BJP, and SAD. As the vote counting kicked off early in the morning at Khalsa College for Women, excitement and tension rippled across political circles and media outlets alike.
From the very first round, AAP's Sanjeev Arora, a Rajya Sabha MP and a known industrialist from Ludhiana, took a significant early lead. With 2,895 votes in the opening round, Arora was ahead of Congress veteran Bharat Bhushan Ashu by 1,269 votes. BJP's Jiwan Gupta and SAD's Parupkar Singh Ghuman trailed further behind. This was not just a lead in numbers—it signaled momentum and perhaps a continuation of AAP's growing influence in urban Punjab.
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As the rounds progressed, the margins fluctuated but Arora maintained his pole position. After the second round, he was leading with 5,854 votes, while Ashu had garnered 3,372. BJP remained in third place but was steadily gaining traction, bringing some suspense into the unfolding drama. By the third round, Arora had widened his lead to over 3,000 votes, leaving both Congress and BJP scrambling for a strategic foothold.
What makes this bypoll especially critical is the context. The seat was vacated after the unfortunate demise of AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi earlier this year. The voter turnout, recorded at 51.33%, was significantly lower than the 64% seen during the 2022 elections. This dip has raised eyebrows and led to introspection within political circles on voter engagement and mobilization efforts.
Adding more weight to the contest is the stature of the candidates. Congress fielded a high-profile name in Bharat Bhushan Ashu, a former minister and current working president of Punjab Congress. BJP countered with Jiwan Gupta, a senior member of the party's core committee in Punjab. Meanwhile, SAD’s Parupkar Singh Ghuman, a respected lawyer, represented the Akali presence in the fray.
Security was tight around the counting centre, with multiple layers of barricading to maintain law and order, reflecting the sensitivity of the poll outcome. The administration ensured a smooth process with 14 planned rounds of counting, aiming for full transparency and public trust.
As trends solidify, the Ludhiana West bypoll is shaping up to be a microcosm of Punjab’s evolving political climate. AAP’s early dominance here is not just a number game—it could signal a deeper shift in voter loyalty and urban sentiment. Whether this lead converts into a definitive win remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—Ludhiana West is no longer just another seat; it’s the battleground where reputations are tested and political futures are reshaped.
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