Mumbai Mayor Race: Tejaswi, Ritu, Rajshree Lead BJP Contenders; Will BJP Surprise Again?

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News18•23-01-2026, 10:38
Mumbai Mayor Race: Tejaswi, Ritu, Rajshree Lead BJP Contenders; Will BJP Surprise Again?
- •BJP emerged as the single largest party in the 227-seat BMC elections, winning 89 seats, making a coalition government certain.
- •The Mumbai Mayor's post is reserved for a woman from the general category, leading to new faces in the race and sidelining many male stalwarts.
- •Tejaswi Ghosalkar, 38, who joined BJP from Shiv Sena (UBT) and won from Dahisar by a large margin, is considered a strong contender.
- •Ritu Tawade, 53, a two-time corporator from Ghatkopar and from the Maratha community, is seen as an organization favorite with administrative acumen.
- •Rajshree Shirwadkar and Sheetal Gambhir are also in the race, recognized for their experience, grassroots work, and trustworthiness within the party.
Why It Matters: The BJP is poised to select Mumbai's next woman Mayor, with Tejaswi Ghosalkar and Ritu Tawade as frontrunners.
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