Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
BJP secures an early advantage in Maharashtra municipal elections as two candidates win unopposed in Kalyan-Dombivli. Key political developments ahead of the 2025 polls.
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.
BJP seals a tactical seat-sharing deal with Shiv Sena (Shinde) for Nagpur civic polls, but alliance crumbles in Amravati. Details on the political maneuvering inside.
In a bold move, BJP drops majority of its sitting corporators for Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, prioritizing performance and new faces. Will this gamble pay off on January 15?
With the nomination deadline approaching, Pune's political aspirants remain in limbo as major parties delay candidate lists. Read about the last-minute scramble and the election schedule.
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
Nominations for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections surge, with 24 candidates filing papers. Key dates: Scrutiny on Dec 31, withdrawal by Jan 2. Get the latest updates on the civic polls.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidates power in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, securing 4,422 councillor seats. BJP emerges as single largest party. Full analysis of results and political implications inside.
A total of 5,098 nomination forms were collected across Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal areas on the first day. No formal filings yet as parties finalize candidates. Details inside.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election process begins after 3-year administrator rule. 1,992 nomination forms collected on first day. Read about the political buzz and key zones.
In a major political realignment, Ajit Pawar's NCP and Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP unite for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Explore the details of this strategic alliance and its impact on Maharashtra politics.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena pressures BJP for 112 seats in crucial BMC elections, targeting Marathi-dominated wards. Key alliance talks intensify.
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.
BJP's landslide victory in 117 civic bodies strengthens its hand in Mahayuti alliance for crucial municipal corporation polls, as MVA faces defection challenges. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur gears up for civic elections on Jan 16, 2026, ending its longest spell of administrator rule since 2022. Over 24.8 lakh voters to decide the city's future.
Maharashtra Congress claims victory in 41 municipal council president posts and 1006 councillor seats, positioning itself as the principal opposition. Read the full regional breakdown.
BJP's attempt to field six family members in Loha municipal council elections backfires as all lose. NCP's Sharad Pawar wins president post. Full results from Nanded district inside.
Voters in Loha, Maharashtra, reject BJP's nepotism as a leader and five relatives lose council polls. Congress calls it a setback for Ashok Chavan. Read the full analysis.
Following the MVA's poor showing in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, the Congress is exploring a direct alliance with Prakash Ambedkar's VBA for the crucial 2026 BMC polls. Get the inside details.
The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis says BJP's strong performance in local body elections signals its prospects in the crucial Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls scheduled for January 15, 2026.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis credits BJP's development agenda for historic win in municipal council polls. BJP doubles its tally, winning 3325 of 6952 seats. Read the full analysis.
BJP secured only six municipal council president posts in Amravati district, contrary to pre-poll claims. Congress and regional parties made significant gains. Get the full results and analysis here.
BJP faces backlash as all six members from a single family, including the presidential nominee, lose the Loha municipal council elections in Nanded. NCP sweeps the polls. Read the full analysis.
Congress secures decisive victory in Chandrapur municipal polls, winning 7 of 10 council president posts. The results mark a significant erosion of BJP's urban bastion in eastern Vidarbha. Read the full analysis.
BJP secures clear majorities in Gadchiroli, Desaiganj, and Armori municipal councils. CM Devendra Fadnavis's direct involvement credited for the victory. Read the full analysis.
BJP secured three municipal councils in Wardha district but faced major defeats in Wardha city and Deoli. Congress won two, with an Independent taking Deoli. Analysis and reactions inside.