BMC Polls: 17.73% Voter Turnout by 11:30 AM
Mumbai's BMC elections see 17.73% voter turnout by late morning. Ward 114 in eastern suburbs records highest participation at 26.31%, while south Mumbai's ward 227 lags at 6.23%.
Mumbai's BMC elections see 17.73% voter turnout by late morning. Ward 114 in eastern suburbs records highest participation at 26.31%, while south Mumbai's ward 227 lags at 6.23%.
Pune residents are carefully verifying their ward and polling booth details, especially in merged areas like Sus and Wagholi, using online tools and helplines to avoid confusion on election day.
Mumbaikars vote on January 15, 2026, for BMC elections after a four-year delay. Find voting times, ward details, candidate lists, and live turnout tracking.
Congress candidate Nassima Juneja campaigns in Mumbai's Ward 213 with MLA Amin Patel, addressing local issues like parking, redevelopment, and garbage management while residents share immediate concerns.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections will finally take place on January 15, 2026, after multiple postponements due to COVID-19, delimitation issues, and OBC reservation disputes.
UDF candidate K H Sudheer Khan secured victory in Thiruvananthapuram's Vizhinjam ward by 83 votes, ending LDF's 10-year hold. The win boosts UDF's corporation seats to 20 while BJP falls short of 51-seat target.
Deepak Pawar claims police externed two men without criminal records for supporting his wife's independent campaign against BJP's Makarand Narwekar in Ward 226.
Harshita Narwekar, contesting from ward 225, emphasizes her civic experience to counter dynasty politics criticism in Mumbai's BMC elections.
Congress candidate Nassima Juneja campaigns in Mumbai's Ward 213 with star campaigner Amin Patel, addressing redevelopment, parking woes, and healthcare promises while navigating local concerns.
The Supreme Court directs Karnataka to hold Greater Bengaluru Authority elections by June 30, 2026. Political parties await final ward reservations as objections mount over delimitation.
Voters in 28 Maharashtra municipal corporations must press EVM buttons multiple times under new multi-member ward system. Mumbai remains exception with traditional one-vote format. Elections scheduled for January 15.
The United Democratic Front's victory in Vizhinjam ward reshapes the political composition of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation following the Kerala local body election results.
State minister Ashish Shelar pledges BJP support for candidate Sayali Kulkarni in Ward 60. She promises upgraded lifestyle, tackles hawkers, and criticizes Thackeray.
Residents of Pune's Ward 18 release a comprehensive civic charter ahead of PMC elections, demanding action on sanitation, water supply, traffic, and open spaces from candidates.
After nearly five years without elected local bodies, Bengaluru's municipal elections have finally arrived. Former councillors express relief but voice concerns over inexperienced candidates and ward delimitation issues.
Kalina's Ward 90 in Mumbai presents a unique electoral battle with nine candidates vying for over 40,000 votes. Local civic problems like water contamination, illegal parking, and eviction threats dominate the campaign over party ideology.
Mumbai's S Ward faces critical infrastructure challenges: landslide-prone hills, water scarcity, and outdated sewage lines. As BMC elections approach, residents demand solutions. Read more.
Congress candidate Waqar Khan addresses Nagpada's core issues: encroachment, parking, and education. The ex-SP aide banks on local legacy ahead of Mumbai civic polls. Read his full plan.
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Mumbai's newly created P East administrative ward grapples with redrawn boundaries, uneven infrastructure, and political shifts. Candidates highlight water supply, traffic, and civic service gaps affecting diverse residents. Explore the key electoral batt
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad witnessed intense last-minute campaigning for civic elections with rallies, bike processions, and public debates. Candidates connect with voters on key issues.
BJP extends support to three independent candidates in Nashik Municipal Corporation elections after chaos in form distribution. Voters face confusion over party symbols.
Geeta Gawli, daughter of former don Arun Gawli, campaigns for her fourth term as corporator from Mumbai's Ward 112. Her sister makes her electoral debut. Will her father's legacy and development work secure her victory?
BJP expels Alka Ahire for six years after she refused to withdraw from Nashik civic polls in Ward 26C. Party now campaigns against its own 'lotus' symbol. Read the full story.
Confusion over new ward boundaries in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections is causing candidates to campaign in wrong areas, wasting time and resources. Read about the impact of the four-member ward system.
Alisha Khan, wife of prime accused in Nagpur riots, contests from Ward 3D on AIMIM ticket. She vows to fight civic neglect after her house demolition. Read her story.
The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance faces an unexpected setback in the Mumbai civic polls, leaving four wards uncontested. Discover the internal confusion and strategic missteps behind this surprising development.
Mumbai's sprawling L Ward sees intense BMC election battles with last-minute defections, political debutants, and rebellion over seat-sharing between Shiv Sena and BJP. Explore the key contests.
Minister Chandrakant Patil predicts BJP's Lahu Balwadkar will win Pune's Ward 9 with the highest margin. NCP's Amol Balwadkar retaliates, highlighting BJP's internal ticket disputes. Read the full story.
BJP launches its 2026 PCMC election campaign in Ward No. 25 with a padayatra in Punawale Gaothan. Leader Rahul Kalate vows to resolve civic issues permanently. Read more.