Matia Mahal 2025: AAP's Aaley Mohammed Iqbal Takes Early Lead in Historic Delhi Seat

In a closely watched contest, early trends from Matia Mahal show AAP's Aaley Mohammed Iqbal leading against BJP's Deepti Indora and Congress's Asim Ahmed Khan. As vote counting began at 8 AM on February 8, this Old Delhi constituency emerged as a key battleground in the 70-member Delhi Assembly. Iqbal, son of incumbent MLA Shoaib Iqbal, aims to continue his family's political legacy. The outcome in Matia Mahal, with its 60% Muslim voter base, could signal broader shifts in Delhi's political landscape. Final results are expected by afternoon, with voter turnout slightly higher than in 2020.
Sources: CNBC TV18, Indian Express, Times of India