List of Chief Ministers of Delhi and Their Tenures

Delhi, the capital of India, has witnessed significant political changes over the decades, with various leaders contributing to its governance and development. The position of Chief Minister in Delhi was first established in 1952, but the role was later abolished in 1956, following the reorganization of states.

Below is a comprehensive list of Delhi’s Chief Ministers and their respective tenures.

 

Name	Starting Term	Ending Term	Party
Chaudhary Brahm Prakash	17 March 1952	12 February 1955	Congress
Gurmukh Nihal Singh	12 February 1955	1 November 1956	Congress
Madan Lal Khurana	2 December 1993	26 February 1996	BJP
Sahib Singh Verma	26 February 1996	12 October 1998	BJP
Sushma Swaraj	12 October 1998	3 December 1998	BJP
Sheila Dikshit	3 December 1998	1 December 2003	Congress
Sheila Dikshit	1 December 2003	29 October 2008	Congress
Sheila Dikshit	29 October 2008	28 December 2013	Congress
Arvind Kejriwal	28 December 2013	14 February 2014	Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
President’s Rule	14 February 2014	14 February 2015	NA
Arvind Kejriwal	14 February 2015	15 February 2020	Aam Admi Party
Arvind Kejriwal	16 February 2020	15 September 2024	Aam Admi Party
Aatishi Marlena	21 September 2024	February 2025	Aam Admi Party
Rekha Gupta	20 February 2025	Present	BJP

This list reflects the political transitions Delhi has undergone over the decades, shaping its governance and policies. The upcoming term will mark a significant change with the BJP returning to power after nearly three decades.