Kondli Assembly Constituency is one of the 70 assembly constituencies in Delhi, located in East Delhi. Established in 2008 after delimitation by the commission, this constituency is a reserved SC (Scheduled Caste) seat. Part of the East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency, Kondli has witnessed significant political and demographic changes over the years.
Historical Overview of Kondli Assembly Constituency
The Kondli Assembly constituency was carved out in 2008 to address the changing demographic patterns. Since its inception, Kondli has played a vital role in Delhi’s political landscape, often reflecting the broader trends of the capital’s electoral preferences.
MLAs from Kondli Assembly Constituency
| Election Year | MLA Name | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Amrish Singh Gautam | Indian National Congress (INC) |
| 2013 | Manoj Kumar | Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) |
| 2015 | Manoj Kumar | Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) |
| 2020 | Kuldeep Kumar | Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) |
| 2025 | Kuldeep Kumar (Monu) | Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) |
Election Results: A Timeline
Kondli Assembly Constituency Elections Result 2025
The 2025 Delhi Assembly elections will be crucial for Kondli, with major parties vying for dominance. Below is the anticipated lineup:
| Status | Candidate | Party | Votes | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Won | Kuldeep Kumar (Monu) | Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) | 61,792 | +6,293 |
| Lost | Priyanka Gautam | Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) | 55,499 | -6,293 |
| Lost | Akshay Kumar | Indian National Congress (INC) | 7,230 | -54,562 |
| Lost | Mukesh Kumar | Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) | 2,438 | -59,354 |
| Lost | Sunny Kumar | Aazad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) | 418 | -61,374 |
| Lost | Asha Kamble | Republican Party of India (Athawale) | 188 | -61,604 |
2020 Assembly Elections
The 2020 elections witnessed a significant victory for AAP’s Kuldeep Kumar.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % Vote Share | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAP | Kuldeep Kumar | 68,348 | 53.11 | +2.48 |
| BJP | Raj Kumar | 50,441 | 39.20 | +8.41 |
| INC | Amrish Singh Gautam | 5,861 | 4.55 | -6.31 |
| BSP | Karmvir | 2,714 | 2.11 | -4.72 |
| NOTA | None of the Above | 557 | 0.43 | +0.07 |
2015 Assembly Elections
The 2015 elections were a landslide for AAP, with Manoj Kumar securing a massive victory.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % Vote Share | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAP | Manoj Kumar | 63,185 | 50.63 | +16.46 |
| BJP | Hukam Singh | 38,426 | 30.79 | +3.57 |
| INC | Amrish Singh Gautam | 13,562 | 10.86 | -12.06 |
| BSP | Chaman Kumar | 8,533 | 6.83 | -7.06 |
| NOTA | None of the Above | 458 | 0.36 | -0.24 |
2013 Assembly Elections
The 2013 elections marked a major political shift in Kondli, with AAP gaining from INC.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % Vote Share | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAP | Manoj Kumar | 36,863 | 34.17 | |
| BJP | Dushyant Kumar Gautam | 29,373 | 27.22 | +0.50 |
| INC | Amrish Singh Gautam | 24,730 | 22.92 | -22.34 |
| BSP | Chaman Kumar | 14,988 | 13.89 | -10.74 |
| NOTA | None of the Above | 647 | 0.60 |
2008 Assembly Elections
The first-ever elections in Kondli post-delimitation saw INC’s Amrish Singh Gautam emerge victorious.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % Vote Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| INC | Amrish Singh Gautam | 36,580 | 45.26 |
| BJP | Dushyant Kumar Gautam | 21,594 | 26.72 |
| BSP | Chander Pal Singh | 19,903 | 24.63 |
| Others | Combined | 2,739 | 3.39 |
Demographics and Community Analysis
Kondli’s electorate is a vibrant mix of communities, reflecting the social fabric of East Delhi. Below is a breakdown of the voter composition:
| Community Name | Voter Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Singh | 34,915 | 18.8% |
| Kumar | 15,299 | 8.2% |
| Muslim | 14,544 | 7.8% |
| Lal | 6,644 | 3.6% |
| Ram | 5,861 | 3.2% |
| Sharma | 5,489 | 3% |
| Others | 88,058 | 55.4% |
Vote Share Trends (2008–2020)
| Year | AAP | BJP | INC | BSP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 53.1% | 39.2% | 4.55% | 2.11% |
| 2015 | 50.67% | 30.82% | 10.88% | 6.85% |
| 2013 | 34.17% | 27.23% | 22.93% | 13.9% |
| 2008 | N/A | 26.72% | 45.27% | 24.63% |
Conclusion
Kondli is a fascinating assembly constituency that showcases the dynamism of Delhi’s political scene. From INC’s dominance in 2008 to AAP’s consistent hold since 2013, Kondli reflects changing voter sentiments. The upcoming 2025 elections will be another litmus test for the major political parties as they battle for supremacy in this reserved constituency. Will AAP retain its stronghold, or will BJP or INC make a comeback? Only time will tell.
