BJP Snubs 32 Former Corporators for BMC Polls, Opts for New Faces

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News18•01-01-2026, 15:10
BJP Snubs 32 Former Corporators for BMC Polls, Opts for New Faces
- •BJP denied tickets to 32 former corporators from 2017 for the upcoming Mumbai BMC elections.
- •The party aims to install its mayor and will contest 137 seats, focusing on young and new faces.
- •Reasons for denial include ward reservation, age, and replacing deceased corporators.
- •BJP faced setbacks on two seats (Ward 211, 212) due to application rejections and delays.
- •The move reflects BJP's aggressive strategy to corner opponents with new tactics.
Why It Matters: BJP drops 32 ex-corporators, betting on new faces and aggressive tactics for BMC elections.
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