The much-anticipated results of Haryana’s municipal elections are being counted today, with early trends showing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leading across key constituencies. Voting for mayoral and ward members took place on March 2, with an additional election for Panipat’s municipal corporation held on March 9. The final results are expected to be declared by the evening.
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Haryana – Key Results from Major Cities
In Panipat, the BJP’s candidate Jaydeep has emerged victorious in Ward 5 with a significant lead, garnering 3,868 votes, far ahead of Congress candidate Anshu Naraz, who secured just 1,116 votes. Meanwhile, the BJP continues to dominate in other major cities like Gurugram and Faridabad, where the party has already won multiple wards.
Election Coverage and Counting Process
The counting of votes began at 8 am today, with results expected throughout the day. To ensure a smooth and secure counting process, strict security measures have been implemented. No electronic devices are permitted inside the counting centers, and police will accompany the electronic voting machines (EVMs) from the strong rooms to the counting locations.
Votes are being counted for municipal corporations in cities such as Gurugram, Faridabad, Hisar, Rohtak, Karnal, Yamunanagar, and Panipat. Additionally, byelections are being held for mayoral posts in Ambala and Sonepat, as well as for 21 municipal councils, including Ambala Sadar, Thanesar, and Sohna.
Unopposed Victories and Early Trends
In a notable development, 26 ward members were elected unopposed across Haryana’s municipal corporations. Among them are Kuldeep Singh (Faridabad), Vikas Yadav (Gurugram), Sankalp Bhandari (Karnal), and Bhavna (Yamunanagar). These unopposed victories reflect the intense political competition in the state, as parties battle to secure key local bodies.
The BJP has gained significant ground in many wards across the state, with early trends showing a robust performance. The party’s strong presence in urban centers like Gurugram and Manesar suggests a solid foundation in the upcoming Assembly elections as well.
Statewide Context and Party Dynamics
The BJP’s performance in Haryana’s municipal elections is a crucial indicator of its political standing ahead of future state and national elections. The party’s dominance in key areas suggests that its policies have found favor with a large section of voters. However, the Congress is also actively contesting the results, with some leaders hoping to make inroads in traditional BJP strongholds.
With the voting and counting processes now complete, the final results will determine which party secures control of these important local bodies.
By – Kartik
