Counting of votes for the Bhavnagar Municipal Corporation elections is underway on April 28, 2026. The elections, held for 52 wards, saw a voter turnout of approximately 62%. The results will decide the fate of candidates from major parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Indian National Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and others.
Key Contests and Candidates
The BJP has fielded candidates in all 52 wards, aiming to retain control of the corporation. The Congress and AAP have also put up a strong fight, with alliances in some wards. Key candidates include sitting corporators and new faces.
Counting Process
The counting began at 8:00 AM at designated centers across Bhavnagar. Strict security arrangements have been made. Results for each ward are expected by afternoon.
Live Updates
- 10:30 AM: Initial trends show BJP leading in 30 wards, Congress in 12, and AAP in 8.
- 11:00 AM: Counting for Ward 3 sees a close contest between BJP and Congress.
- 11:45 AM: AAP candidate wins in Ward 15 by a margin of 500 votes.
Previous Election Results
In the 2021 elections, the BJP won 45 seats, Congress 5, and others 2. This year, the AAP is expected to make significant gains.
Stay tuned for more updates as the counting progresses.
