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Gulzar, John Abraham Lead by Example, Cast Votes in Mumbai BMC Polls

Noted lyricist Gulzar and Bollywood actor John Abraham cast their votes in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, with Gulzar emphasizing the duty to nurture democracy. Polling is being held across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra in a crucial electoral test. Major political parties, including the BJP and Shiv Sena as allies, are contesting for control of urban local bodies. The fate of over 15,000 candidates will be decided by millions of voters across the state.

Key Points: Gulzar and John Abraham Vote in Mumbai BMC Elections

  • Celebrities urge civic participation
  • Polls across 29 Maharashtra corporations
  • Over 3.48 crore eligible voters
  • Crucial test for political alliances
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Gulzar, John Abraham cast their votes in BMC elections

Lyricist Gulzar and actor John Abraham cast their votes in the crucial BMC elections, urging citizens to participate in the democratic process.

"We are rooted in our homeland, and your vote is to nurture those roots and to nurture democracy. - Gulzar"

Mumbai, January 15

Noted lyricist and poet Gulzar on Thursday arrived at a polling station in Mumbai to cast his vote in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections.

Urging citizens to participate in the democratic process, he emphasised the importance of voting.

"We are rooted in our homeland, and your vote is to nurture those roots and to nurture democracy. So be sure to fulfil this duty," Gulzar said after casting his vote.

Bollywood actor John Abraham also arrived at the polling station to cast his vote.

Polling is being held on Thursday across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra. The elections are taking place after an intense campaign and are seen as crucial for major cities, including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Shiv Sena are contesting the civic elections as allies under the Mahayuti banner, except in Pune. The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has chosen to fight independently in most corporations.

In Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, both NCP factions have come together under a joint manifesto.

According to the State Election Commission, a total of 3.48 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots to decide the fate of 15,908 candidates contesting 2,869 seats across 893 wards in 29 municipal corporations. A total of 39,092 polling centres have been set up across the state.

Polling began at 7:30 am on Thursday, January 15, and will continue until 5:30 pm. The counting of votes is scheduled to take place on Friday, January 16.

- ANI

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Rohit P
BMC elections are crucial for Mumbai's infrastructure. Hope people vote for candidates who will actually fix potholes and improve waste management, not just make promises. Good to see celebrities encouraging voter turnout.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Mumbai, I find the local political alliances here quite complex. But Gulzar's simple message about participating is universal. I cast my vote today too!
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Aman W
Respectfully, while I appreciate celebrities voting, I wish they'd also speak about specific civic issues. BMC needs solutions for flooding during monsoon and better public transport. Hope the elected representatives focus on these.
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Karthik V
John Abraham and Gulzar setting a great example! In a city like Mumbai with so many migrants, it's important everyone feels connected to their local governance. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
The sheer scale of these elections is mind-boggling! 3.48 crore voters and 15,908 candidates. Democracy in action. Hope the voter turnout is high across Maharashtra. 🤞

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