Updated On: 16 January, 2026 11:14 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Scenes of celebration and strong emotion were witnessed across Mumbai on Friday as the results of the BMC Election 2026 were announced. Pics/Ashish Raje

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Emotions ran high among losing candidates and their supporters
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In several areas, party workers burst crackers and danced outside counting centres as results were declared

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The outcome of the polls marked a dramatic realignment in Mumbai`s civic politics
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Winning candidates were seen meeting their supporters and some leaders expressed extreme joy following their victory

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Some supporters were seen praying while the vote counting was underway on Friday
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The BMC election is considered one of the most important civic contests in the country

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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, with an annual budget exceeding Rs 74,400 crore, plays a critical role in Mumbai`s infrastructure development, public health services and civic administration, making control of the body both politically and administratively crucial
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Mumbai recorded a voter turnout of 52.94 per cent, according to data shared by the State Election Commission

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As many as 1,700 candidates were in fray during the high-stakes contest in Mumbai
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Political observers and officials said the results signal a significant reshaping of Mumbai`s civic political landscape

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Security arrangements were tightened at several counting centres to manage crowds and prevent any untoward incidents
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Police officials said the situation remained peaceful despite the heightened emotions

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India’s richest municipal body and plays a key role in the governance of Mumbai
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