Durgamma Bijwad was elected as the mayor of the twin cities of Hubballi and Dharwad on Saturday, with Ratnabai chosen as her deputy. The election saw Congress candidate Dilshad Begum Nadaf securing 35 votes from Ward No. 6, while AIMIM's Vaheedkhanam Allabhaksh Kittur from Ward No. 76 received only three votes.
Election Details and Voting Process
The mayoral election was conducted by the Karnataka Municipal Administration Department. A total of 82 corporators cast their votes, with the majority backing the Congress candidate. The election was necessitated after the previous mayor's term ended. Durgamma Bijwad's victory marks a significant win for the Congress party in the region.
Reactions and Next Steps
Following the announcement, Durgamma Bijwad thanked the corporators and party workers for their support. She vowed to focus on infrastructure development and waste management in the twin cities. Ratnabai, the new deputy mayor, expressed commitment to working for the welfare of all wards.
