ABVP vs NSUI: Who will win DUSU 2025? A look at the student outfits that ruled the last 10 presidential races

DUSU Election result 2025: The counting of votes for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) elections 2025 is underway at the Multipurpose Hall, University Sports Stadium, North Campus. Security has been tightened around the venue, with Delhi Police and paramilitary forces stationed to prevent any untoward incidents.According to the Chief Election Officer, the process could stretch across 18 to 20 rounds, given the number of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used across colleges. As of the sixth round, early trends suggest the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) is inching ahead of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) in key positions.The picture, however, is far from final. With several rounds to go, margins may swing dramatically before the evening concludes.

ABVP vs NSUI: What are they fighting for?

ABVP, the student wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has traditionally drawn support from students aligned with right-leaning politics and cultural nationalism. On the other side, NSUI, affiliated with the Indian National Congress, positions itself as a progressive and liberal voice on campus.Their rivalry on the Delhi University stage mirrors national politics, ABVP’s push to consolidate dominance vs NSUI’s bid to reclaim lost ground.

A look back: Last 10 DUSU presidents

The DUSU presidency has long been seen as a launchpad into mainstream politics. Over the past decade, the post has swung between ABVP and NSUI, reflecting Delhi University’s role as a microcosm of national politics.Here’s how the last ten presidents lined up:

Why it matters

The presidency of DUSU has been held by future parliamentarians and ministers, from Arun Jaitley to Ajay Maken. The dominance of ABVP in recent years, broken only by NSUI’s wins in 2017 and 2024, has cemented its position as the frontrunner. But this year’s neck-and-neck trends underscore the volatility of campus politics.The coming hours will determine whether ABVP extends its hold over Delhi University or whether NSUI regains lost ground. For now, all eyes remain on the next rounds of counting.