Mumbai civic polls: BJP wrests control of BMC; Shiv Sena (UBT) relegated to Opposition
In the second phase of Mumbai's local body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured the highest number of seats, leading with 89. The Shiv Sena (UBT), led by Uddhav Thackeray, finished second, securing 65 seats. The BJP and its alliance partner, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, crossed the half-mark of 114. This victory solidifies the BJP's position as a dominant force in Mumbai while marking a significant shift for the Shiv Sena (UBT) who now hold a strong opposition role. The results also saw the emergence of the AIMIM and Samajwadi Party, winning eight and two seats respectively, further shaping the political landscape of Mumbai.
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.
· THIS STORY — 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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