BJP to head a Municipal Corporation for first time in Telangana
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured its first mayoral post in Telangana, marking a significant political milestone. The victory in Karimnagar Municipal Corporation is attributed to Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar, who led an aggressive campaign and organizational push. Despite this success, the BJP fell short of expectations in Nizamabad, where it was expected to win. The party's performance in the Telangana Urban Local Bodies (ULB) polls suggests a focus on urban areas while its overall vote share remains below that of the Congress.
16 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
The BJP secured the Karimnagar Municipal Corporation Mayor's position despite opposition from Congress, BRS, and AIMIM.
— The Hindu
Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao accuses opposition parties of a conspiracy to increase minority voting and demands explanations.
— The Hindu
The BJP won control of the Karimnagar Municipal Corporation through indirect elections, securing both the Mayor and Deputy Mayor positions.
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