BMC Ward 42 Election 2026: Full Results and Analysis
Voters in Mumbai's Ward 42 have cast their ballots in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The results for 2026 are now coming in, shaping the civic leadership for the next five years. This ward remains a crucial battleground, drawing significant attention from political parties and residents alike.
Live Counting Updates for Ward 42
As the vote counting progresses, trends show a tight race among key candidates. Observers are closely monitoring the numbers to see who will emerge victorious. The live updates provide real-time insights into the electoral dynamics of this important constituency.
Past Performance: 2017 Election Results
To understand the current contest, it helps to look back at the previous election. In 2017, Dhanshree Vaibhavb Bharadkar of the Nationalist Congress Party won Ward 42. She secured 5,897 votes, achieving a victory margin of 722 votes over her closest rival.
The runner-up in that election was Reena Rajendra Surve from Shivsena, who polled 5,175 votes. Other candidates also participated, contributing to a diverse electoral field.
Detailed 2017 Vote Breakdown
Here is a complete list of the candidates and their vote counts from the 2017 BMC Ward 42 election:
- Dhanshree Vaibhavb Bharadkar (Nationalist Congress Party): 5,897 votes
- Reena Rajendra Surve (Shivsena): 5,175 votes
- Bharti Madhukar Bende (Bhartiya Janata Party): 3,583 votes
- Renu Birju Yadav (Indian National Congress): 1,727 votes
- Deepali Dattatray Main (Maharashtra Navnirman Sena): 1,170 votes
- Payal Anil Bari (Samajwadi Party): 727 votes
- Mohini Vishwajit Patil (Bahujan Samaj Party): 235 votes
- NOTA (None of the Above): 210 votes
- Vishakha Vasant Gurav (Independent): 142 votes
This historical data offers valuable context for analyzing voting patterns and party strengths in Ward 42.
What to Expect in 2026
With the 2026 results unfolding, political analysts are comparing them to the 2017 outcomes. The margin of victory and voter turnout will be key factors to watch. The election results will determine the corporator for Ward 42, influencing local governance and development projects.
Stay tuned for more updates as the final numbers are tallied and the winner is officially declared.
