Maharashtra civic polls: In battle for Mumbai, exit polls predict clear win for BJP-Shiv Sena alliance
Exit polls across multiple organizations predicted a clear victory for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance was projected to win between 127-155 seats and garner 42% of vote share, while the Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance is expected to win 44-64 seats with a 32% vote share. The Congress-led alliance is predicted to secure 16-25 seats.
17 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Following the Congress's loss in the Mumbai civic elections, calls for the resignation of Varsha Gaikwad, the city unit president, have emerged.
— The Hindu
Following the Maharashtra municipal corporation election results, Eknath Shinde and the Shiv Sena (UBT) convened a meeting with elected corporators at a Mumbai hotel to finalize the mayoral candidate.
— The Hindu
The BJP secured the highest number of seats in Mumbai's local body elections, surpassing the Shiv Sena (UBT) and establishing a dominant political position.
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