The Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election Results for 2026 are now available for public viewing. Voters across the state eagerly await the outcomes after casting their ballots in a significant democratic exercise.
Voting Concludes with Moderate Turnout
Voting for the Maharashtra local body elections wrapped up on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Polling stations opened at 7:30 AM and closed at 5:30 PM under strict security arrangements. The State Election Commissioner reported a total voting turnout estimated between 46 and 50 percent as the process ended.
These elections marked the first municipal polls in nine years, following a delay of four years. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation alone saw 1,700 candidates competing for 227 seats. This civic body manages an annual budget exceeding Rs 74,400 crore, highlighting the importance of these elections.
Key Political Contests Across Maharashtra
Several interesting political battles unfolded during these elections. The Thackeray brothers joined forces to challenge the dominant Bharatiya Janata Party alliance, which includes Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction.
In Pune, the Pawar family reunited to protect their traditional strongholds in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. At the state level, the Nationalist Congress Party split created an unusual situation with Ajit Pawar serving as one of two deputy chief ministers while his sister Supriya Sule sits in opposition as part of the INDIA bloc.
Despite their political differences at the state level, Ajit and Supriya Pawar presented a united front for municipal elections, announcing a joint list of candidates while sharing the stage together.
How to Check Election Results Online
Voters can access the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election Results through multiple online platforms:
- Visit the official Maharashtra State Election Commission website at mahasec.maharashtra.gov.in
- Check the Indian Express website for comprehensive coverage
The Indian Express will provide live blogs that track trends as they develop into confirmed victories. Their expert analysis will help readers understand the broader political context behind the numbers.
Counting Schedule and Result Announcement
Vote counting begins on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM. The results will be announced throughout the day as counting progresses across 29 municipal corporations.
Citizens participated enthusiastically in the electoral process. Many verified their names on voter lists before casting ballots, as seen at polling stations like the Dharavi Transit Camp Municipal School in Mumbai.
These municipal elections determine office-bearers who will manage crucial local services and infrastructure development across Maharashtra's urban centers for the coming years.
