BJP Emerges Ahead Of Congress In Rajasthan's Urban Local Body Polls
Independents emerged as a major force by winning 2,273 wards and dominating the verdict in Municipal Corporation in Bharatpur, the hometown of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, where they bagged 36 of the 65 wards.
On Monday, September 14, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the BJP's victory in Rajasthan's urban local body elections, crediting the win to the triumph of truth over falsehood. The BJP secured 4,179 wards compared to the Congress's 3,613, gaining clear majorities in four of Rajasthan's 10 municipal corporations. Modi expressed heartfelt gratitude to the public for their resounding support.
He emphasized that this mandate reaffirms the BJP's policies of good governance and development, which have their full backing. Modi stated that this victory will further strengthen the BJP's resolve to propel the state towards new heights of progress and bring happiness to every individual. He extended congratulations to all the winning candidates and the party's dedicated, hardworking workers.
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