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BJP Leads in Key Maharashtra Civic Polls as Counting Continues

Early vote counting trends for Maharashtra's local body polls show the BJP leading in key municipal corporations like Pune and Nagpur. Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol expressed confidence, stating Pune votes for development. The elections for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), held after an eight-year gap, were marked by allegations from opposition alliances. Voter turnout data shows over 54 lakh citizens exercised their franchise across the state.

Key Points: BJP Leads Maharashtra Local Body Polls, Trends Show

  • BJP leads in Pune and Nagpur
  • NCP-NCP alliance trails
  • BMC polls marred by allegations
  • Voter turnout details released
  • Elections after 8-year gap
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"We have always delivered whenever given opportunity": Union Minister Mohol on Maharashtra local body polls

Early trends show BJP leading in Pune, Nagpur, and Thane municipal polls. Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol expresses confidence in a full mandate for development.

"I had faith that Pune always thinks of development before voting, which is why the BJP is coming to power with a full majority. - Murlidhar Mohol"

Pune, January 16

While the vote counting continues for a total of 29 Municipal Corporations in Maharashtra on Friday, Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Murlidhar Mohol expressed confidence in the party winning a comfortable majority in the Pune Municipal Corporation.

"In the early trends, it is clear that BJP is winning with a full mandate. I had faith that Pune always thinks of development before voting, which is why the BJP is coming to power with a full majority," he said.

According to the latest trends vote counting for PMC polls, the BJP is leading in 49 out of 165 seats, while the NCP-NCP alliance is leading in only 6. The Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) alliance is on third place with a lead on only 4 seats.

Meanwhile, in Nagpur, BJP is leading in 76 out of 151 seats, while the Congress only leads in 22.

Vote count for Thane Municipal Corporation also had the BJP-Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) alliance leading in 21 out of 131 seats, while the NCP (Ajit Pawar) leads in 6. The UBT-MNS-NCP(SP) alliance is also leading in 6 seats.

Meanwhile, in the vote counting for electing India's richest municipal corporation, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) were marred by allegations by the Shiv Sena (UBT)- MNS alliance, and subsequently refuted by the SEC.

The elections, which were conducted after a gap of eight years, marked a significant civic exercise for Mumbai. The previous BMC elections were held in 2017, while the term of the last elected mayor, Kishori Pednekar, ended in March 2022. With the completion of the polls, Mumbai is set to get a new mayor after nearly four years.

Out of the total 1,03,44,315 voters in the electoral roll, a total of 54,76,043 exercised their right to vote. In total numbers of voters, around 3.7 lakh men exercised their franchise compared to women. A total of 29,23,433 men voted across the 277 wards, 25,52,359 women, and 251 transgender electors also cast their votes.

In 2017, the BJP had ruled in 15 Municipal corporations, including Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Solapur, Amravati, Latur and more. The then undivided Shiv Sena led by corporations, including Mumbai, Thane, Kalyan Dombivli, Ahilya Nagar and more. Congress also led five municipalities, namely Bhiwandi Nijampur, Malegaon, Kolhapur, Parbhani, and Nanded

- ANI

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Priya S
The results show a clear preference for stability. After so much political drama in Maharashtra, people want a party that can actually get work done. BMC elections after 8 years! Mumbai finally gets a chance for change. 🤞
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Rohit P
While BJP's lead is impressive, I hope they remember local body polls are about local issues – garbage collection, potholes, and clean water. Sometimes national politics overshadows these basic needs. The new corporators must stay grounded.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the voter turnout data. Good to see transgender voters participating. Civic engagement is crucial for a healthy democracy. Hope the allegations in BMC are properly investigated to maintain trust in the process.
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Karthik V
The opposition is in complete disarray. NCP split, Shiv Sena split... how can they provide a credible alternative? Voters have chosen the most stable option available. Now deliver on the promises, especially for Mumbai's flooding issues.
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Meera T
As a Nagpur resident, I'm happy with the lead here. The BJP has done decent work, but there's room for improvement in public transport and air quality. Hope this mandate leads to more inclusive planning for the entire city, not just vote banks.

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