JNUSU Election 2025: Voting will be held tomorrow, voting will be done through ballot paper, results will be declared on November 6

News Topical, Digital Desk : The excitement surrounding the student union elections is at its peak at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). Posters on campus walls, public meetings, and debates are further heating up the election atmosphere. Students were particularly excited about the presidential debate scheduled for Sunday (November 2), which is considered the most important stage of the campaign. Today was "No Campaign Day," a day when no campaigning is conducted.

Here is the complete election schedule

Voting at JNU will take place on Tuesday (November 4) from 9 am to 5 pm. This time, the elections will be conducted using traditional paper ballots. The results will be announced on Thursday (November 6). This time, two main factions are facing off in the election. 

On one side is a coalition of left-wing student organisations, championing inclusive and democratic politics. On the other is the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), which is contesting with an agenda of development and nationalism.

Left alliance issues

The Left Front has highlighted issues related to women's safety on campus, hostel fee hikes, and scholarships. They argue that university students should be provided with an environment of economic and social equality. 

Meanwhile, the ABVP focuses on improving campus facilities and student-led politics. The organization claims to have worked to improve hostel facilities, bus services, and other infrastructure during its previous term.

Elections determine the direction of student politics.

JNU student union elections have always been a crucial part of the university's political culture. They often shape the direction of student politics nationwide. This time too, intense debates are taking place within the campus on democratic values, student rights, and equal opportunities.

The Election Commission has appealed to all candidates and organizations to maintain decorum and adhere to the rules. The university administration is also preparing to ensure a peaceful and transparent voting process. According to students, this election is not just an opportunity to elect representatives, but also to shape the campus's ideology and future direction.

A total of 20 candidates are in the fray 

A total of 20 candidates are contesting the 2025 student union elections at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). These candidates are contesting for four key student union positions: President, Vice-President, General Secretary, and Joint Secretary.

Seven candidates are running for the post of President. Five candidates are running for the post of Vice President, six for the post of General Secretary, and five for the post of Joint General Secretary. In addition, a total of 111 nominations have been filed for the post of Counselor across the university's 18 schools and centers.

Elections will be held through ballot papers only. 

This time, the election will be conducted using traditional paper ballots. Voting will take place on November 4th from 9 AM to 5 PM, with the results declared on November 6th after vote counting. Sunday's presidential debate generated considerable excitement on campus. This debate is held on the final day of the campaign, following a "no-campaign day."

JNU student union elections have always been considered crucial for university politics and student movements across the country. This time too, intense debates are raging on campus about ideologies, student rights, and equal opportunities.

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