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Rajdeep Sardesai: 'Devendra Fadnavis Is The Big Winner' As BJP Emerges As King In Maharashtra

January 16, 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections have resulted in a significant victory for the Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, which is seen as a rejection of the previous administration's performance. While BJP leaders celebrate the mandate as a vote for development, the opposition, including Rahul Gandhi, has raised allegations of electoral malpractice, dubbing it 'vote chori' and accusing the Election Commission of undermining public trust.

Rajdeep Sardesai: 'Devendra Fadnavis Is The Big Winner' As BJP Emerges As King In Maharashtra

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Key Highlights

Mahayuti alliance secures decisive victory in BMC elections.
BJP leaders attribute success to infrastructure projects and a focus on development.
Opposition claims of 'vote chori' due to alleged EVM malfunctions and irregularities.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Election Commission, claiming a collapse of public trust.
Independent candidates also made notable wins in the elections.

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Rajdeep Sardesai: 'Devendra Fadnavis Is The Big Winner' As BJP Emerges As King In Maharashtra

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