New Delhi: Senior BJP leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah played a pivotal role in orchestrating the party’s massive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections. His relentless efforts, beginning well before the elections were officially announced, ensured that the BJP ended its 25-year-long political exile in the national capital. The victory in Delhi serves as the crowning achievement for Shah, following his successful strategic maneuvering that led to the BJP and its allies securing unexpected wins in Haryana and Maharashtra late last year.
Amit Shah emerged as the key architect behind BJP’s resounding success in Delhi, steering the party to a dominant victory by ousting AAP and securing 48 out of 70 assembly seats. While many within the BJP remained skeptical about the party’s prospects in Delhi, it was Shah’s unwavering belief, confidence, and exceptional team-building skills that turned the seemingly impossible into reality.
One of the defining strategies that proved to be a game-changer for the BJP was executed just three days before polling. Shah chaired a crucial meeting with top party leaders, instructing them to remain in the national capital during the final stretch of the campaign. He personally ensured the presence of Union Ministers, Chief Ministers from neighboring states, and influential party leaders across all constituencies to energize the campaign at the grassroots level. This last-minute strategic push significantly boosted BJP’s chances, culminating in its decisive triumph in Delhi.
Prominent leaders such as Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal, and Union Ministers including Piyush Goyal, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Manohar Lal Khattar, and Harsh Malhotra, along with Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, dedicated their time and efforts to specific constituencies to maximize BJP’s electoral gains. Additionally, Shah himself addressed more than 14 rallies in support of BJP candidates across various constituencies in Delhi, reinforcing the party’s campaign momentum.
Beyond deploying in-charges and party workers for each assembly seat, Shah focused on fostering direct voter connections, meticulously considering regional and caste dynamics. BJP assigned leaders to oversee distinct regions such as northeast, south, and west Delhi, ensuring a widespread and localized campaign. However, what truly set apart Shah’s strategy was the formation of a “Special 27” team, which was entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing 51 crucial constituencies. These carefully chosen members were not just strategists but also played a vital role in managing booth-level operations—a proven formula that has consistently yielded success for Shah and the BJP.
The Special 27 team worked diligently behind the scenes, assessing voter sentiments on the ground, identifying gaps from the Lok Sabha election results, and formulating targeted strategies to bridge those differences. By staying attuned to real-time developments and maintaining an unrelenting focus, these team members provided direct and timely updates to the Home Minister. Shah’s trusted aides, including Union Ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Dharmendra Pradhan, and Piyush Goyal, along with BJP General Secretaries Vinod Tawde and Sunil Bansal, and MPs Nishikant Dubey and Surendra Nagar, played crucial roles within this elite strategic unit.
Through meticulous planning, precise execution, and an unmatched ability to rally leaders and workers, Amit Shah once again delivered a landmark victory for the BJP, ensuring its triumphant return to power in Delhi after 25 years.