The Pathankot Municipal Corporation election results for 2026 have been announced, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerging as the single largest party. The BJP secured 25 out of 50 wards, falling just short of a majority. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) won 10 seats, while the Indian National Congress bagged 7 seats. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) managed to win 3 seats, and independent candidates claimed the remaining 5 seats.
Key Highlights of the Results
The elections were held on May 27, 2026, with a voter turnout of approximately 65%. The counting of votes began at 8 AM on May 29, 2026, and the final results were declared by late afternoon. The BJP's performance was largely attributed to its development agenda and strong campaign led by local leaders. However, the party fell short of the magic number of 26 required for a simple majority.
Ward-wise Winners
Here is the list of winning candidates from major parties across the 50 wards:
- Ward 1: BJP - Rajesh Kumar
- Ward 2: AAP - Simranjit Kaur
- Ward 3: Congress - Ravi Sharma
- Ward 4: BJP - Neelam Devi
- Ward 5: Akali Dal - Gurpreet Singh
- Ward 6: BJP - Vikram Thakur
- Ward 7: AAP - Manpreet Singh
- Ward 8: BJP - Pooja Rani
- Ward 9: Congress - Sunil Khanna
- Ward 10: BJP - Amit Sharma
Analysis and Reactions
Political analysts noted that the BJP's performance was consistent with its stronghold in urban areas of Punjab. The AAP, which had hoped to make significant inroads, managed to win 10 seats, reflecting its growing presence in the state. The Congress, which previously held power in the municipal corporation, suffered a setback with only 7 seats. The Shiromani Akali Dal's 3 seats indicate its declining influence in the region.
BJP state president expressed satisfaction with the results, stating that the party would form a coalition with independent candidates to run the corporation. AAP leaders claimed that the results show a positive trend for the party in urban Punjab. Congress and Akali Dal leaders acknowledged the need to reorganize and strengthen their grassroots presence.
Full List of Winners
The complete list of winners from all 50 wards is available on the official website of the Punjab State Election Commission. The newly elected council will elect the mayor and deputy mayor in the coming days.
