Politics

ABVP Sweeps DUSU, BJP Says Students Rejected Rahul Gandhi’s Narrative

Published: 19 September 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) won three of the four central posts in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections, with Yash Dabas securing the president's post by 2,053 votes. Independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen won the vice-president's post, while the Congress-affiliated NSUI failed to win any central panel seat. Following the results, BJP leaders targeted Rahul Gandhi, claiming the outcome reflected students' rejection of the Congress leader's recent youth outreach campaign.

Key Takeaways

The DUSU result has become a political talking point beyond campus politics, with the BJP portraying it as a sign of continued support among young voters. However, the election reflects the mood of Delhi University students and should not be seen as a direct indicator of broader national voting trends.

Sources

HT, India Today