Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during a rally on the last day of campaigning for the civic elections, in Pune, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. (PTI Photo)
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Mahayuti to Secure Mayor Posts in Kalyan-Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, Thane: BJP

  • Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan stated that the ruling Mahayuti alliance will secure the mayor's post in Kalyan-Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, and Thane civic bodies.
  • The Mahayuti's confidence stems from a clear public mandate and recent political developments, including support from MNS corporators.
  • Five MNS corporators extended support to the BJP–Shiv Sena combine in Kalyan-Dombivli, boosting Mahayuti's strength to 108 in the 122-member KDMC.
  • In Thane, Shiv Sena (75 seats) and BJP (28 seats) comfortably surpassed the majority mark in the 131-member corporation.
  • In Ulhasnagar, BJP (37 seats) and Shiv Sena (36 seats) formed a majority, with Shiv Sena gaining support from two Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi corporators.

Why It Matters: Mahayuti alliance is set to dominate mayoral elections in Kalyan-Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, and Thane.

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