Thane Municipal Elections Declared: Jan 15 Voting, Eknath Shinde's Prestige Battle

• Thane Municipal Corporation elections have been announced by the State Election Commission.
• Voting for the Thane Municipal Corporation elections will take place on January 15, 2026, with results declared on January 16, 2026.
• The announcement covers elections for 29 Municipal Corporations across the state, including Mumbai.
• A code of conduct has been implemented following the election announcement.
• The Thane election is considered prestigious for Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, whose stronghold is the district.

Why It Matters: Municipal elections, including Thane and Mumbai, are finally announced, impacting local governance.