Pune Municipal Election 2026: Polling Underway with High Voter Turnout
Voting for the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) elections started today. Polling began at 7:30 AM under tight security arrangements. It will continue until 5:30 PM this evening.
Long queues formed outside polling stations across Pune. Voters waited patiently to cast their ballots. This election marks the first civic polls in Maharashtra since 2017.
Voter Turnout Figures as of Late Morning
By 11:30 AM, officials recorded a voter turnout of 16.3 percent in PCMC areas. In PMC limits, the turnout stood at 12.5 percent. These figures indicate steady participation in the early hours.
Elections are also taking place in 27 other civic bodies across Maharashtra today. All eyes remain fixed on Pune as the polling process unfolds.
Key Details on Result Declaration
The State Election Commission has confirmed the result date. Results for PMC, PCMC, and the 27 other civic bodies will be announced on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Vote counting will commence at 10 AM on that day. The commission will oversee the entire counting process to ensure transparency.
This election cycle holds significant importance for local governance in the region. Residents eagerly await the outcome that will shape Pune's civic future.
