Scenes of celebration and strong emotion were witnessed across Mumbai on Friday as the results of the BMC Election 2026 were announced. Pics/Ashish Raje
Updated On: 2026-01-16 11:14 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
Emotions ran high among losing candidates and their supporters
In several areas, party workers burst crackers and danced outside counting centres as results were declared
The outcome of the polls marked a dramatic realignment in Mumbai's civic politics
Winning candidates were seen meeting their supporters and some leaders expressed extreme joy following their victory
Some supporters were seen praying while the vote counting was underway on Friday
The BMC election is considered one of the most important civic contests in the country
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, with an annual budget exceeding Rs 74,400 crore, plays a critical role in Mumbai's infrastructure development, public health services and civic administration, making control of the body both politically and administratively crucial
Mumbai recorded a voter turnout of 52.94 per cent, according to data shared by the State Election Commission
As many as 1,700 candidates were in fray during the high-stakes contest in Mumbai
Political observers and officials said the results signal a significant reshaping of Mumbai's civic political landscape
Security arrangements were tightened at several counting centres to manage crowds and prevent any untoward incidents
Police officials said the situation remained peaceful despite the heightened emotions
India’s richest municipal body and plays a key role in the governance of Mumbai