Following BJP's decisive victory, the focus is now on who will become the next chief minister. Contenders include Parvesh Verma, who defeated Kejriwal, and Vijender Gupta. The decision is expected after PM Modi returns from the US. BJP may choose a low-profile candidate to meet broader demographic or community needs.
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