BMC Elections: Muslim Corporators Rise to 31; Congress, AIMIM Make Significant Gains

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News18•17-01-2026, 08:51
BMC Elections: Muslim Corporators Rise to 31; Congress, AIMIM Make Significant Gains
- •31 Muslim corporators elected to BMC, an increase of 4 from 2017's 27.
- •Congress secured 14 out of 31 seats, marking a significant comeback in Mumbai.
- •AIMIM made major inroads with 7 corporators, particularly in areas like Govandi, rejecting Samajwadi Party.
- •Samajwadi Party faced a major setback, losing its traditional support base among Muslim voters.
- •Voters prioritized basic issues like infrastructure and health, opting for change over traditional loyalties.
Why It Matters: Muslim corporator count rises in BMC, with Congress and AIMIM gaining significant ground.
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