Shiv Sena secured 10 important victories in the municipal corporation. Rekha Yadav made history by winning Ward 1 as the first North Indian woman candidate to claim a seat in Mumbai’s civic body. Alongside her, Varsha Tembvalkar in Ward 51 and Shaila Lande in Ward 163 also emerged victorious, reinforcing Shiv Sena’s presence in the city
17 January,2026 12:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
BMC Election Results 2026
Preliminary postal ballot data show the alliance leading in around 52 wards, though official figures from the State Election Commission (SEC) and BMC are still awaited
16 January,2026 11:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Political parties have already begun preparations, with criticism, praise, and rivalry heating up ahead of the elections. Below are answers to frequently asked questions
18 December,2025 06:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Under Articles 243K and 243ZA of the Constitution, the State Election Commission is responsible for supervising, directing and controlling elections to local self-government bodies. Accordingly, general elections are due for 29 Municipal Corporations, including BMC and 28 other civic bodies listed in Appendix 1 of the SEC notification
18 December,2025 02:59 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
