Consensus reached with Sena on 207 of 227 BMC seats, says Mumbai BJP chief Satam
The BJP and the Shinde-led Shiv Sena have reached a consensus on 207 of 227 seats for the upcoming Mumbai civic polls, with the BJP contesting 128 and the Shiv Sena 79. The alliance also includes the Nationalist Congress Party, and campaign planning has been completed. The joint meeting focused on strategy including campaign issues, election management, and coordinated rallies. The elections are scheduled for January 15, 2026, with counting on January 16.
1 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Marathi Abhyas Kendra released a "Marathinama" manifesto demanding Marathi candidates and job reservations for Maharashtra residents ahead of the municipal corporation elections.
2 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Former Chief Minister Ashok Chavan denies allegations that he accepted money to grant tickets for upcoming Maharashtra civic polls.
— The Hindu
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the next Mumbai mayor will be from the Mahayuti coalition, a Hindu and Marathi-only requirement.
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