Congress Shows Strength in Maharashtra Local Body Elections
Congress party secures over half of contested seats in Maharashtra local body polls, marking significant gains while fighting independently for first time since 1999.
Category : Search result: BJP local body elections
BJP Wins Maharashtra Urban Polls, Mumbai BMC
The BJP-led alliance secures a decisive victory in Maharashtra's Urban Local Body elections, including Mumbai's BMC, reflecting public trust in PM Modi's leadership.
BJP-Shiv Sena Sweep Maharashtra Civic Polls Across Cities
The Mahayuti alliance led by BJP and Shiv Sena secured strong leads in Maharashtra's municipal elections, winning key urban centers like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur.
Nashik Municipal Election Results: Counting Begins After 8 Years
Vote counting for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections started Friday after an eight-year delay. BJP leads in early trends while parties await final results for 122 seats across 31 wards.
BJP's Unlikely Alliances in Maharashtra Local Polls Reveal Political Fuzziness
Unlikely partnerships between BJP-Congress and BJP-AIMIM in Maharashtra's Ambernath & Akot civic polls highlight the contrast between national polarization and local pragmatism. Read the full analysis.
Amit Shah: BJP to Form Govt in Kerala in 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP's growing support in Kerala and predicted a party-led government in the 2026 Assembly elections, highlighting a surge in vote share and local body wins.
Ambernath Setback: 4 NCP Councillors Shift to Shiv Sena
In a major twist in Maharashtra local body politics, four NCP councillors in Ambernath have pledged support to Shiv Sena, dealing a blow to BJP's ambitions. Read the full story.
JD(S)-BJP Local Polls Alliance Yet to Be Finalised
HD Kumaraswamy states the JD(S)-BJP alliance for Karnataka's local bodies elections is pending a final decision. Leaders from both parties will resolve issues. Read the latest updates.
Fadnavis Criticizes BJP-Congress Alliance in Ambernath
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis calls BJP's local body alliance with Congress 'unacceptable', sparking major political controversy. Details inside.
BJP Protests Delay in Dhanbad Municipal Elections
BJP members staged a protest at Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, demanding immediate urban local body elections using EVMs and on a party basis. Opposition leaders accuse the state govt of undermining democracy.
Fadnavis Hits Out at Opposition Over Unopposed Wins
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defends BJP's unopposed victories in local body polls, accusing Congress and allies of hypocrisy. Elections for 29 corporations, including BMC, are set for January 15.
BJP's Sreelekha on Mayor Post Denial: From Disappointment to Acceptance
BJP councillor R Sreelekha expressed initial dissatisfaction after being denied the mayor's post in Thiruvananthapuram despite assurances. She later clarified acceptance of the party's decision. Read the full story.
Amit Shah to Address Kerala BJP Winners on Jan 11
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Thiruvananthapuram on January 11 to address BJP's local body poll winners and strategize for the upcoming Kerala assembly elections. Get the full details.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls see 692 candidates, down from 2017
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
Marathwada Civic Polls: Final Candidate Lists Out
After withdrawal deadline, intense campaigning begins across Marathwada's five municipal corporations. Key battles feature rebellion, fractured alliances & family contests. Get the full ward-wise analysis.
68 Mahayuti Candidates Elected Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls
In a significant pre-poll boost, 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates, including 44 from the BJP, have been elected unopposed in Maharashtra's urban local body elections. BJP leader Keshav Upadhye highlights the alliance's growing strength. Read more.
Fadnavis Hails BJP's Dominant Local Polls Performance
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis claims BJP's seat tally in recent local polls is double that of all other parties combined, attributing success to a development-focused campaign. Read more.
BJP Workers Lock Candidate to Stop Nomination Withdrawal
In a dramatic Nagpur civic poll incident, BJP workers locked their own candidate inside his house to prevent him from withdrawing his nomination. Details inside.
Modi Congratulates BJP's First Kerala Mayor in Thiruvananthapuram
PM Modi congratulates BJP's V V Rajesh on becoming Thiruvananthapuram's first BJP mayor, calling it a historic shift. He says Kerala seeks freedom from LDF-UDF broken promises.
Karnataka Local Body Elections Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
Karnataka Local Body Polls Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Modi Congratulates BJP's New Thiruvananthapuram Mayor
PM Modi congratulates BJP's VV Rajesh on historic Thiruvananthapuram Mayor win, marking a political shift in Kerala. Read his full letter and analysis of the landmark victory.
BJP Bars Kin of MPs, MLAs from Maharashtra Civic Polls
BJP enforces a major rule change, barring tickets for relatives of its MPs and MLAs in upcoming Maharashtra civic polls. Party workers to get priority. Details inside.
Mahayuti Seat-Share Delay Sparks Candidate Rebellion
Frustration mounts as Mahayuti alliance delays seat-sharing for Nashik, Jalgaon & Ahilyanagar polls. Candidates file nominations early to avoid chaos. Key details inside.
Kerala Local Polls: UDF Gains, BJP Advances Before 2026
The Congress-led UDF sees a voter swing in Kerala's local body polls, with the BJP gaining ground. A crucial test for political fortunes and public faith ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Jalandhar MC Loses Rs 1.5 Crore Arbitration Case to Advertiser
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation faces a major financial setback as an arbitration court orders it to pay Rs 1.5 crore to an advertising firm for a cancelled contract. Details inside.
BJP's Vijayendra on Karnataka Alliance, Responds to Deve Gowda
BJP Karnataka chief BY Vijayendra clarifies his party's stand on local body election alliances, responding to JD(S) patriarch HD Deve Gowda. He asserts the party will follow the high command's decision.
BJP wins first mayor post in Kerala, ends 45-year Left rule
The BJP-NDA alliance wins Thiruvananthapuram civic polls, marking a historic end to 45 years of LDF rule. VV Rajesh becomes Kerala's first BJP mayor. Analysis of key local body results and political implications for Kerala.
BJP Names VV Rajesh as Thiruvananthapuram Mayor Candidate
BJP announces VV Rajesh as Mayor candidate for Thiruvananthapuram Corporation after historic win, ending 45 years of Left rule. Asha Nath is Deputy Mayor pick. Read details.
Fadnavis: BJP's Historic Win in Maharashtra Local Polls
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hails BJP's record victory in municipal council polls, declares Ramtek & Saoner Congress-free. BJP wins 210 of 288 councils, marking a historic mandate. Read the full analysis.
Page 1 of 4