A total of 65 candidates are in the fray for the upcoming Ambala Municipal Corporation elections, which will see voting for 20 wards. The candidates include nominees from major political parties as well as independents.
Party-wise Candidate Distribution
The Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded candidates in all 20 wards, while the Congress has put up nominees in 18 wards. The Aam Aadmi Party is contesting in 15 wards, and the Indian National Lok Dal has candidates in 10 wards. Other parties and independents make up the remaining contestants.
Key Contests
Several wards are witnessing multi-cornered fights, with prominent local leaders vying for positions. The elections are seen as a litmus test for the ruling BJP and opposition parties ahead of the state assembly polls.
Polling is scheduled to take place on a date to be announced by the State Election Commission. Counting of votes will follow shortly after.
The Ambala Municipal Corporation is responsible for civic amenities in the city, including water supply, sanitation, and road maintenance. The election results will determine the control of the corporation for the next five years.
