Overview
- Latest tallies show the BJP–Shinde alliance securing a clear majority in Mumbai’s 227-seat BMC, with News18 reporting 120 seats overall (BJP 93, Shinde Sena 27).
- The BJP emerged as the single largest party statewide across 29 municipal corporations, consolidating urban control for the ruling coalition.
- The State Election Commission recorded 54.77% turnout and largely dismissed opposition allegations about indelible ink and EVM irregularities.
- City outcomes include strong alliance wins in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and Nagpur, a Congress majority in Latur, Shinde’s hold in Thane, and a sweeping BJP performance in Navi Mumbai.
- A Mahayuti mayor is expected in Mumbai next, with leaders saying the mandate will help fast-track metro expansions and coastal road extensions.