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What the civic body poll results mean for Maharashtra politics

The Maharashtra civic body elections of 2026 have resulted in a significant political shift, with the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance emerging as the dominant force, winning 1,372 out of 2,784 seats. This victory ends the long-standing influence of the Shiv Sena in Mumbai, marking a substantial change in the state's political landscape and positioning the BJP as a strong contender for future elections.

What the civic body poll results mean for Maharashtra politics

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Key Highlights

  • BJP-led Mahayuti alliance won in 25 out of 29 municipal bodies, including Mumbai.
  • BJP secured 1,372 seats in the elections, establishing itself as the single largest party.
  • The elections ended the Thackeray family's 25-year stronghold in Mumbai's civic body.
  • The voter turnout for the elections was 54.77%.
  • Devendra Fadnavis is credited with orchestrating the BJP's successful electoral strategy.
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Sources

  1. Maharashtra Election 2026: BJP Emerges as Number One Party Amid Saffron Surge
  2. Gaurav Sawant: BJP-Led Mahayuti Sweeps Maharashtra Civic Polls as Opposition Alleges 'Vote Chori'
  3. Preeti Choudhry: Is Devendra Fadnavis the BJP's Next Prime Ministerial Contender for 2029?
  4. What the civic body poll results mean for Maharashtra politics
  5. BMC Election Results: 5 key factors that helped BJP storm India’s richest civic body, ending Thackeray dominance

This quick summary is automatically generated using AI based on reports from multiple news sources. The content has not been reviewed or verified by humans. For complete details, accuracy, and context, please refer to the original published articles.

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