Telangana Municipal Election Results: Counting Underway Across 116 Municipalities and 7 Corporations
Counting for the Telangana Municipal Corporation elections is currently in progress across more than 116 municipalities and seven corporations, following voting that took place on Wednesday. The electoral process has garnered significant attention as early results begin to emerge, shaping the political landscape in the state.
Congress Party Secures Early Lead in Mahabubnagar District
In the initial phases of the Telangana 2026 municipal election results, the Congress party has taken an early lead in two municipalities located within the Mahabubnagar district. This development marks a notable shift in local governance dynamics, with voters expressing their preferences through the ballot.
Specifically, in the Devarakadra municipality, which comprises 12 wards, the Congress party has secured 6 wards, demonstrating a strong performance. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has won 4 wards, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed 1 ward. Additionally, 1 ward was won by an independent candidate, highlighting the diverse political representation in the area.
Election Details and Voter Turnout
On Wednesday, elections were conducted across seven Municipal Corporations and 116 Municipalities in Telangana. This extensive electoral exercise covered 414 wards in the corporations of Kothagudem, Karimnagar, Mahabubnagar, Mancherial, Nizamabad, Nalgonda, and Ramagundam, along with 2,582 wards in the 116 municipalities.
The Telangana Municipal Election was held peacefully, with over 73 percent of voters exercising their franchise on Wednesday. The voting process passed off well overall, barring minor skirmishes reported at a few places, indicating a generally smooth and orderly election day.
BJP's Confidence and Political Statements
Earlier on Wednesday, Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao expressed confidence that the party would win a significant number of seats in the municipal elections. He stated that the people of Telangana were likely to give a "big mandate" to the Bharatiya Janata Party, reflecting optimism about the party's prospects.
Rao elaborated, "Last time we had around 330 municipal councillors and corporators and three chairmen. But this time, I am sure the people of Telangana will give a big mandate to the Bharatiya Janata Party. We are hopeful that we will fare better and we will be the alternative to the Congress party." This statement underscores the BJP's strategic positioning and aspirations in the state's political arena.
As counting continues, all eyes are on the unfolding results, which will determine the composition of local bodies and influence future governance in Telangana. The election outcomes are expected to have broader implications for state politics and party strategies moving forward.
