Mumbai Mayor Election: Lottery to Decide Post Amid Mahayuti Majority

• Speculation surrounds the Mumbai mayor's post after Mahayuti secured a majority in the 227-member BMC elections.
• BJP, with 89 seats, needs Shiv Sena (Shinde)'s 29 seats to reach the 114-seat majority mark.
• Eknath Shinde's Sena demands a significant share of power, including the mayor's post for half the term or control of the standing committee.
• The mayor is chosen through an indirect election by BMC corporators, with the election expected around January 28, 2026.
• A lottery by the Urban Development Department determines reservation for general, women, SC, or OBC categories before nominations.

Why It Matters: A lottery system will determine the Mumbai mayor's reservation, ensuring fairness amid political power-sharing talks.