BMC Ward 61 Election 2026: Full Results and Analysis
All eyes are on Ward 61 as Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections approach. This constituency plays a crucial role in determining Mumbai's civic leadership for the next five years. Voters here will select their corporator in what promises to be a closely watched contest.
Looking Back at 2017: A Decisive Victory
In the previous BMC elections held in 2017, Ward 61 witnessed a clear winner. Rajul Suresh Patel of Shivsena emerged victorious with an impressive performance. He secured 10,043 votes, establishing a commanding lead over his closest competitor.
The runner-up position went to Urmila Ravishankar Gupta from Bhartiya Janata Party. She polled 4,277 votes, falling short by a significant margin. Several other candidates also contested the election, contributing to a diverse political landscape.
Complete 2017 Vote Breakdown
Here is the detailed vote count from the last BMC Ward 61 election:
- Rajul Suresh Patel (Shivsena): 10,043 votes
- Urmila Ravishankar Gupta (BJP): 4,277 votes
- Sayeeda Abdul Shaikh (AIMIM): 2,268 votes
- Manorama Umesh Singh (Congress): 2,224 votes
- Gayatridevi Ramgovind Singh (SP): 989 votes
- Satvashila Uttam Parab (MNS): 491 votes
- Bhatabai Eknath Kapadane (BSP): 477 votes
- Priyanka Jayprakash Gupta (Independent): 273 votes
- NOTA: 218 votes
- Razia Mohdrashid Qureshi (NCP): 70 votes
- Asha Shivaji Kamble (BMP): 38 votes
- Cheranbai Housaji Bhalerao (RPI-A): 28 votes
The victory margin stood at 5,766 votes, highlighting a substantial gap between the winner and the first runner-up. NOTA received 218 votes, reflecting voter sentiment beyond party lines.
What 2017 Tells Us About 2026
Past results provide valuable context for the upcoming election. They reveal established voting patterns and party strengths within Ward 61. Political analysts study these numbers to predict potential shifts in voter behavior.
The 2017 outcome shows Shivsena's stronghold in this constituency. However, political dynamics can change over five years. New factors may influence how residents cast their ballots this time.
Counting Day Anticipation Builds
As counting day approaches, political parties are paying close attention to Ward 61. This constituency often serves as a bellwether for broader trends in Mumbai's municipal elections. Voters await results that will shape local governance and development priorities.
Live updates will track vote counting trends as they unfold. The final tally will determine who represents Ward 61 in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation for the next term. All stakeholders monitor these developments with keen interest.
