ABVP Nominates Yash Dubas for DUSU President, Names Key Candidates

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad announced its central panel for the Delhi University Students' Union elections, designating Yash Dubas as the candidate for president and appointing Ishu Maurya as vice‑president, Riya Chhabadi as secretary and Lakshya Raj Singh as joint secretary.^[2]

Central Panel Announced

The party tipped the election landscape with its statement that Yash Dubas, who has been active within ABVP since the early PG years, would lead the slate. His co‑candidates—Ishu Maurya, Riya Chhabadi and Lakshya Raj Singh—have brought varied experience from campus governance and student advocacy roles.^[2]

Key Candidates and Their Focus

Dubas, who recently worked on student safety campaigns, pledged to strengthen campus surveillance and improve hostel infrastructure. Maurya, noted for his outreach in “PG‑to‑PG” and “class‑to‑class” initiatives, plans to address rent‑era student concerns. Chhabadi has championed transport and health services for women, while Singh, active in cultural initiatives like the “Madari” street theatre, aims to expand creative programmes.^[1][2]

Campaign Focus

ABVP has singled out student safety a priority following the recent Satya Niketan building collapse. Campaign efforts include installing over 1,000 CCTV cameras, launching special U‑Bus services for women and expanding student‑facility centres.^[1]

A survey of PG accommodation has identified safety gaps and shortages in basic facilities, prompting the party to demand new hostels, faster construction timelines and stricter compliance with safety standards.^[1]

Election Timeline

The DUSU elections are scheduled for 18 September, with vote counting slated for the following day. ABVP’s filing of nomination papers on 11 September signals the party’s intention to contest all key positions.^[1]

Future Implications

ABVP Secretary Sarthak Sharma described the DUSU as a responsibility rather than merely an electoral platform, stressing the need for an accessible, accountable union that remains responsive all year long.^[1]