Early Life and Family Background
Aryan Mann hails from Bahadurgarh, in the Jhajjar district of Haryana. (India Today) He grew up in a family that combines business, regional influence, and local political engagement. (Newstrack English)
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His father, Sikandar Mann, is the Executive Director of ADS Group (or ADS Spirits Private Limited) and has been involved in both business and local governance; he has twice been elected sarpanch of Lova Kalan village. (The NewsGrail)
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The Mann family is associated with the liquor business — notably the Royal Green brand. (India Today)
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Aryan’s brother, Virat Mann, is also active in the family business, serving as CEO and director in related companies. (India Today)
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There is also mention of his grandfather, Shrichand Mann, who had been a leader in the Lova Satrah Khap. His uncles too have had roles both in business and in local politics. (Newstrack English)
So, Aryan Mann comes from a relatively well-off background, with both financial resources and local political exposure. This has evidently helped in giving him a platform, though he faces the dual expectations of living up to that legacy and also using it in service of students.
Education: Academic Path
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Undergraduate: Aryan Mann completed his B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) from Hansraj College, University of Delhi. (The Times of India)
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Postgraduate Studies: He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Library Science at Delhi University. (India Today)
His choice of Library Science is somewhat atypical among student leaders who often go for disciplines like political science, law, or commerce. It suggests an interest in information systems, access to education, archival and resource management — which may influence how he conceives student welfare. (The Times of India)
Student Activism, Sports & Public Engagement
Aryan Mann has been active in student politics primarily through ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad), the student wing of the RSS, which is closely associated with BJP politics. (The Times of India)
Some points about his activism and other engagements:
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He has participated in ABVP-led protests and movements on campus issues, such as fee hikes, demands for better university infrastructure, and student welfare issues. (India Today)
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He is also a football player, noted at a national level. (The NewsGrail)
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During his campaign, inclusivity and practical infrastructure issues were high on his program — e.g. accessibility audits for disabled students, better sports facilities, free Wi-Fi, subsidised metro travel for students, etc. (India Today)
2025 DUSU Election: Victory and Key Details
The 2025 Delhi University Students’ Union election was closely watched. Aryan Mann stood as the candidate for the President post representing ABVP. His opponent for that post was Joslyn Nandita Choudhary of NSUI. (Wikipedia)
Here are the main figures and outcomes:
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Aryan Mann secured 28,841 votes, while his closest rival Joslyn Nandita Choudhary got 12,645 votes. (India Today)
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The margin of victory was around 16,000+ votes, a substantial lead. (The Economic Times)
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ABVP won 3 out of the 4 key DUSU posts: President (Aryan Mann), Secretary (Kunal Chaudhary), Joint Secretary (Deepika Jha). The Vice President post was won by Rahul Jhansla of NSUI. (The Economic Times)
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Voter turnout was approximately 39.45% among eligible students. (The Economic Times)
Campaign Themes & Political Messaging
Aryan Mann’s campaign emphasized several populist but operationally meaningful promises, showing a strategy of combining practical student demands with symbolic gestures. Key promises included:
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Subsidised metro passes to ease commuting burdens for students. (India Today)
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Free Wi-Fi across DU campuses. (India Today)
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Improved sports infrastructure, better training equipment for athletes. (The Economic Times)
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Accessibility audits to support students with disabilities. (Newstrack English)
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Financial support / scholarships for final-year PhD students or research scholars. (India Today)
His public presence was also boosted by involvement from Bollywood personalities: Sanjay Dutt, Sonu Sood, and Randeep Hooda reportedly supported or campaigned for him, providing video appeals to students. (India Today)
Strengths, Criticisms, and Challenges
Strengths
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Strong Organizational Backing
ABVP has been a dominant force in DU student politics; with its structure and resources, Mann had organizational advantages. (The Economic Times) -
Clear & Tangible Promises
Focusing on everyday student concerns — transportation, Wi-Fi, sports, accessibility — his platform resonated with many. Students often respond positively to promises that affect daily life. -
Crossover Appeal
Being from Haryana, not a Delhi-native (in terms of upbringing), yet studying in DU, he represents many migrant students or students outside Delhi. His athletic background also appeals to non-academic dimensions. -
Family Resources and Local Influence
His family's business background provided financial and social capital. While that’s sometimes criticized, it also allows for a more visible campaign.
Criticisms / Areas to Watch
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Privileged Background
Some critics point out that his family’s wealth and ties may make him less relatable to students from more modest backgrounds, or that the campaigning resources may have been unequal. -
Implementation Risk
Making promises (metro passes, free Wi-Fi across large campuses, sports facility upgrades) is easy; delivering them is harder. Funding, bureaucracy, coordination with Delhi government or municipality, and DU administration will be key. -
Political Opposition
NSUI and other student groups will likely hold him accountable. The Vice President is from NSUI, which may create friction in the student‐politics terrain. -
Perception of Celebrity Support and Image
The involvement of Bollywood personalities might be seen by some as publicity rather than substantive support; managing expectations becomes necessary.
Vision and What Lies Ahead
As DUSU President, Aryan Mann has laid out priorities that reflect his campaign promises. Key among them will likely be:
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Student Welfare Policies: Subsidies and concessions (metro, Wi-Fi); attention to physical infrastructure (libraries, sports, hostels).
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Inclusivity and Accessibility: Ensuring disabled students are better supported; possibly auditing infrastructure to see where improvements can be made.
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Transparency & Accountability: Given heightened awareness among students in recent years around corruption, misuse of funds, or broken promises, maintaining trust will be essential.
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Bridging the Gap Between Students and Administration: Getting the DU administration, and government bodies, to respond swiftly on student issues.
If he succeeds, Mann may not just strengthen ABVP’s standing at DU but also emerge as a recognized youth leader on larger platforms — state or national.
Other Personal Details
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Age: Public reports place Aryan Mann in his early 20s. (The NewsGrail)
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Extra-curriculars: Apart from football, he is involved in debate or public speaking and campaigning. His social media presence has been leveraged during the election. (India Today)
Conclusion
Aryan Mann’s rise to the DUSU presidency in 2025 is the culmination of his academic credentials, family background, active participation in student politics, and resonance with student aspirations. He represents the current generation of student leaders who are combining activism, policy promises, and media‐savvy campaigning.
His tenure will likely be judged on how well he delivers on his promises: cheaper commuting, better infrastructure, enhanced student welfare, and the inclusivity that many students expect. Given the weight of expectations, the coming months will be crucial in defining whether his presidency sets new benchmarks for student leadership or becomes another story of words unfulfilled.
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