Non-Marathi representation highest in BMC history, up from 72 in 2017 to 80 in 2026; this year too, the BJP leads with 38 non-Marathi corporators, the highest among all parties
19 January,2026 04:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
Ahead of the Maharashtra civic polls, the MNS chief accused the state poll body of changing rules to allow door-to-door canvassing after campaigning ended, alleging it favours the ruling Mahayuti. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut also levelled similar allegations earlier in the day
19 January,2026 02:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shiv Sena leader Sheetal Mhatre rejected Sanjay Raut’s allegations, saying the party and the BJP contested the polls together as the Mahayuti alliance. She added that 20 of the 29 corporators are first-time winners and need guidance on BMC procedures
18 January,2026 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Though BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT) are separated by just 24 seats, BJP emerged as the clear winner in strike rate in the BMC Elections 2026 results. Winning 89 of 137 seats, BJP outperformed both allies and rivals, highlighting its superior vote conversion efficiency
18 January,2026 11:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarADVERTISEMENT
