The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Ward 173 election results for 2026 are now available. Voters have chosen their representative for the next five years of civic governance in Mumbai.
Ward 173 Election Outcome
Residents of Ward 173 participated actively in the democratic process. They cast their votes to elect a corporator who will address local issues and contribute to Mumbai's development.
2026 Winner and Performance
The winning candidate secured a clear mandate from the electorate. Vote counting proceeded smoothly throughout the day, with officials announcing the final tally after thorough verification.
Political observers noted the competitive nature of this ward contest. Multiple candidates presented their visions for improving civic amenities and infrastructure in the area.
Historical Context: 2017 Election Results
Understanding the current election requires looking back at previous voting patterns. The 2017 BMC elections saw interesting developments in Ward 173.
2017 Winner Details
Pralhad Aba Thombre of Shivsena emerged victorious in the last election. He received strong support from voters, gathering 6,492 votes.
Thombre achieved a substantial victory margin of 3,507 votes over his closest competitor. This demonstrated significant voter preference for his candidacy.
2017 Runner-Up and Other Candidates
Vijay Shantaram Pagare from Bhartiya Janata Party finished second with 2,985 votes. Several other candidates also contested that election.
The candidate list included Sunil Balkrishna Shetye from Shivsena, Rajesh Govind Hegde representing Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, and independent candidate Raju Hanumant Kamble. Additional participants came from various political backgrounds.
NOTA, or None of the Above, received 203 votes in the 2017 election. This option allowed voters to express dissatisfaction with all candidates while still participating in the electoral process.
Complete 2017 Vote Breakdown
The detailed results from the previous election provide valuable insights into voter behavior:
- Pralhad Aba Thombre (Shivsena): 6,492 votes
- Vijay Shantaram Pagare (Bhartiya Janata Party): 2,985 votes
- Sunil Balkrishna Shetye (Shivsena): 2,190 votes
- Rajesh Govind Hegde (Maharashtra Navnirman Sena): 1,342 votes
- Raju Hanumant Kamble (Independent): 1,274 votes
- Navin Natha Gaikwad (Indian National Congress): 1,213 votes
- Vinod Dinkar More (Independent): 643 votes
- Sanjay Jayprakash Tambe (Bharip Bahujan Mahasangh): 268 votes
- Sharad Arjun Kamble (Bahujan Samaj Party): 260 votes
- NOTA: 203 votes
- Rakamaji Bhimasha Hotakar (Independent): 155 votes
- Prashant Eknath Bhise (Nationalist Congress Party): 120 votes
- Vijay Ashok Waghmare (Republican Party of India (A)): 105 votes
- Nishant Vilas Dangle (Independent): 34 votes
- Ashok Dhondiram Kharat (Independent): 25 votes
- Dinesh Rajaram Sonawane (bahujan republican sociolist party): 22 votes
Election Significance
BMC elections determine Mumbai's civic leadership for five-year terms. Ward representatives play crucial roles in local governance, addressing issues from waste management to road maintenance.
The 2026 election results reflect current voter priorities and political dynamics. Residents consider various factors when selecting their corporator, including party affiliation, candidate credibility, and local development promises.
Political parties invest significant effort in ward-level campaigns. They recognize that municipal elections directly impact citizens' daily lives through essential services and infrastructure projects.
Election officials ensure transparent vote counting processes. They follow established protocols to maintain the integrity of democratic exercises at the grassroots level.
As Mumbai continues to grow and evolve, ward elections remain fundamental to responsive urban governance. The outcomes shape policy implementation and resource allocation across the city's diverse neighborhoods.
