BMC Elections 2026: Mumbai Awaits Evening for Full Poll Results Due to Phased Counting

• Mumbai's BMC elections will see vote counting for 227 wards on Friday, January 16.
• Unlike previous years, results may be delayed until evening due to a new phased counting process.
• Counting will occur in five phases, with approximately 46 wards processed simultaneously across the city.
• Each of the 23 counting centers will handle about 10 wards, but only two wards will be counted at a time per center.
• This change aims for a more organized and smoother process, though it means results will be announced throughout the day.

Why It Matters: Mumbai's BMC election results will be delayed until evening due to a new phased counting system.