BJP maintained a flawless record with all six MLAs winning their seats, while AAP saw a decline as 22 of its 36 re-contesting MLAs lost. Key AAP figures including Arvind Kejriwal faced defeat. The party now holds 22 seats, marking a fall from its previous majority. BJP's OP Sharma and Mohan Singh Bisht celebrated consistent victories.
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