Mumbai Women Voters: A Hidden Force for BMC Elections 2026?

• A survey reveals Mumbai's female voters, nearly half the population, are crucial but sidelined in BMC Elections 2026 discussions, with their issues often neglected.
• Only 44% of women know their local corporator, and 57% have never contacted them, indicating low engagement despite high voting independence (65% decide their vote independently).
• Women prioritize corporator performance (45%) over party symbols, caste, or prominent leaders when deciding their vote for BMC elections.
• Top safety concerns for women include CCTV cameras (26%), women's helplines/panic buttons (23%), and increased police patrols (12%), showing a demand for effective, tangible solutions.
• Key civic issues for women align with other residents: potholes/waterlogging (24%), poor sanitation/drinking water (18%), and waste management (12%).

Why It Matters: Mumbai's independent female voters prioritize performance and tangible civic improvements, yet remain politically neglected.