Who Is Aryan Maan? ABVP Candidate Leads DUSU Presidential Race

Delhi University students voted on September 18 in one of the country’s largest student elections. Polling was held in two phases: 8:30 am to 1 pm for day scholars and 3 pm to 7:30 pm for evening students. The voter turnout recorded was 39.45%. Counting took at the Multipurpose Hall, University Sports Stadium, North Campus, with final results has been announced.

ABVP registered a thumping victory in the DUSU 2025 elections, winning three of the four key posts, including the president, secretary, and joint secretary positions. Aryan Maan secured the top post with 28,841 votes, defeating NSUI’s Joslyn Nandita Choudhary by over 16,000 votes. Kunal Chaudhary and Deepika Jha also ensured wins for ABVP, while NSUI’s Rahul Jhansla salvaged the vice president seat with a strong margin against ABVP’s Govind Tanwar.

Background of Aryan Maan

Hailing from Bahadurgarh, Haryana, Aryan Maan is a graduate of Hansraj College and is currently pursuing an MA in Library Science at Delhi University. He has actively participated in ABVP-led student initiatives, including campaigns against fee hikes and projects aimed at improving campus infrastructure. Maan is also an active football player, blending academics, activism, and sports in his university life.

Campaign Focus

Maan’s campaign highlights student welfare and campus development. His key promises include subsidised metro passes, free Wi-Fi, accessibility audits, upgraded sports facilities, and financial support for final-year research scholars. He emphasises ABVP’s vision of transforming Delhi University into a globally recognised institution through improved services and infrastructure. He is contesting on ballot number 3.