BMC Elections 2026: Historic Shift In Mumbai

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance crossed the majority mark in the 227-member BMC by winning 118 seats, exceeding the 114 needed for control.

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In Mumbai alone, the BJP won around 89 seats, while Shiv Sena (UBT) secured approximately 65, and Congress got about 24 seats.

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The results marked the end of nearly three decades of dominance by the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena in Mumbai’s civic politics.

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Several high-profile ward wins for the BJP highlighted its strong urban reach, including major wins in Mulund West & Gorai.

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Across Maharashtra civic polls, the alliance is set to rule 25 out of 29 urban bodies, signalling a statewide shift in urban political power.

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In Pune and other major municipal corporations, the BJP and allies also outperformed traditional parties like the Pawars.

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With control of BMC, the BJP-led alliance now steers crucial urban development, infrastructure planning, and civic services in India’s financial hub.

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BMC Elections 2026: Historic Shift In Mumbai

BY: BISHAL SINGH

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance crossed the majority mark in the 227-member BMC by winning 118 seats, exceeding the 114 needed for control.

BJP-Led Alliance Surges Ahead

In Mumbai alone, the BJP won around 89 seats, while Shiv Sena (UBT) secured approximately 65, and Congress got about 24 seats.

BJP Dominates Seat Tally In Mumbai

The results marked the end of nearly three decades of dominance by the Thackeray-led Shiv Sena in Mumbai’s civic politics.

Big Blow To Longstanding Powers

Several high-profile ward wins for the BJP highlighted its strong urban reach, including major wins in Mulund West & Gorai.

Key Local Victories & Surprises

Across Maharashtra civic polls, the alliance is set to rule 25 out of 29 urban bodies, signalling a statewide shift in urban political power.

Mahayuti Wins Across Maharashtra

In Pune and other major municipal corporations, the BJP and allies also outperformed traditional parties like the Pawars.

Impact On Pune & Other Corporations

With control of BMC, the BJP-led alliance now steers crucial urban development, infrastructure planning, and civic services in India’s financial hub.

What This Means For Mumbai