In the 2025 Uttarakhand student union elections, the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has once again demonstrated its organizational strength and grassroots presence by securing a sweeping victory across colleges and universities in the state. Winning 332 positions, the ABVP has reinforced its growing acceptance among the youth of Uttarakhand.
Election Tally and Geographic Spread:
Total Seats Won: 332
58 Presidents
52 Vice Presidents
47 General Secretaries
51 Treasurers
50 Joint Secretaries
62 University Representatives
6 Cultural Secretaries
6 Women Vice Presidents
ABVP's dominance in prominent educational institutions — such as DAV PG College Dehradun, HNB Garhwal University, Shuddhowala Doon, Rishikesh, Kotdwar, Khatima, and Srinagar — indicates a strong organizational reach, extending from urban centers to semi-urban and hilly regions.
Reasons for Victory: Organizational Strength & Issue-Based Politics
Uncontested Wins: In 27 colleges, ABVP candidates were elected unopposed for the President post — a sign of the organization’s strong grassroots presence and the unpreparedness of opposition student groups.
Issue-Focused Campaign: The ABVP's five-point agenda — transparent exams, educational reforms, student rights protection, campus discipline, and nationalist ideology — resonated deeply with the student community.
Impact of Dhami Government’s Youth-Oriented Policies:
The BJP-led state government, under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, has introduced several initiatives focused on youth empowerment:
Anti-Cheating Law: A strict law was enforced to ensure transparency in competitive exams, which helped build trust among students.
Expansion in Government Jobs: Over 25,000 government job opportunities were announced, generating hope and optimism among young aspirants.
Crackdown on Exam Scams: The government took a strong stand against irregularities in exams like UKSSSC, helping restore administrative credibility.
These policies contributed significantly to building a positive image of the government and ABVP among the student community.
Political Perspective & Future Outlook:
Student politics in Uttarakhand has traditionally served as a breeding ground for future state leadership. This emphatic victory for ABVP is not just a student body win but is seen as a strategic boost for the BJP and its nationalist ideological base.
According to political analysts:
ABVP’s stronghold in student politics could influence youth voting patterns in future state assembly elections.
ABVP’s historic success in the Uttarakhand student union elections is a clear indicator that today’s youth prefers a value-driven, transparent, and issue-oriented political approach. The results also reflect broad approval of Chief Minister Dhami’s youth-centric governance model.
This student mandate may well shape the future political landscape of Uttarakhand, influencing both leadership dynamics and party strategies going forward.