Delhi's Vote Meets America's Return Flight

Delhi's 1.56 crore voters began casting ballots across 70 constituencies, with initial controversy over burqa-clad voters and mock polling irregularities. By mid-morning, polling percentages remained low at 8% in first two hours.

The anticipated US deportation flight landed in Amritsar, carrying 104 of the expected 205 Indians, including 13 children and 19 women. Most deportees originated from Gujarat, Haryana, and Punjab. Congress alleged deportees were handcuffed during the 35-hour flight.

PM Modi performed ritual bath at Maha Kumbh, while Delhi's voting pace increased to 46.55% by afternoon. Evening brought fresh controversies with AAP alleging voter suppression and BJP claiming fraudulent voting in Muslim-majority areas. Final turnout reached 57.70% by close of polls, with Northeast Delhi recording highest participation at 63.83%.