Morning Edition: 4 Muslim candidates elected to Delhi assembly, down from 5

Last updated: February 9, 2025 6:33 am

Mujeeb Osman 1 year ago

Chicago – February 09, 2025

A total of four Muslim candidates have been elected to the Delhi assembly this time.The four winning candidates are AAP’s Imran Hussain (Ballimaran), Aaley Mohammed Iqbal (Matia Mahal), Amanatullah Khan (Okhla), and Chaudhary Zubair Ahmad (Seelampur).

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Aaley Mohammed Iqbal from Matia Mahal recorded the highest winning margin in the Delhi election. He won his seat by a margin of 42,724 votes, defeating BJP’s Deepti Indora.

In Seelampur, AAP candidate Chaudhary Zubair Ahmad defeated BJP’s Anil Kumar Sharma by a margin of 42,477 votes, the second–highest in the election.

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By Mujeeb Osman

With 26 years of journalism experience across Urdu and English newspapers, he has built a reputation for thoughtful, community-focused reporting. Mujeeb Osman previously served as the Chicago in-charge of The Muslim Observer, where he covered local, national, and international issues impacting diverse communities. At Chicago Patriot News, he continues his commitment to delivering accurate, balanced, and compelling stories. His work reflects a deep interest in immigration issues, public policy, and American politics, areas he has followed closely throughout his career. At Chicago Patriot News, he continues his commitment to delivering accurate, balanced, and compelling stories that illuminate the challenges and perspectives shaping today’s public discourse.