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Politics
130 candidates file nominations on first day of ULB elections
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 12:36 AM
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A total of 130 nomination papers were submitted on the opening day of the urban local body polls, marking the start of the electoral process.
The urban local body (ULB) elections commenced with 130 candidates filing their nomination papers on day one, as reported by The Times of India. The filings indicate a robust participation across various municipal wards, setting the stage for a competitive contest.
Election officials confirmed that the nominations were received within the stipulated time frame, and the verification process is now underway. Candidates from major political parties as well as independents have entered the fray, reflecting a diverse political landscape at the local level.
The Election Commission has scheduled the next phases of the poll, including the scrutiny of nominations and the final list of contesting candidates, in the coming days. Voter awareness drives are also being intensified to ensure high turnout once the polls are announced.
Stakeholders anticipate that the outcomes of these ULB elections will influence urban governance and development projects in the affected municipalities. The results are expected to be declared after the voting phase concludes later this month.
Election officials confirmed that the nominations were received within the stipulated time frame, and the verification process is now underway. Candidates from major political parties as well as independents have entered the fray, reflecting a diverse political landscape at the local level.
The Election Commission has scheduled the next phases of the poll, including the scrutiny of nominations and the final list of contesting candidates, in the coming days. Voter awareness drives are also being intensified to ensure high turnout once the polls are announced.
Stakeholders anticipate that the outcomes of these ULB elections will influence urban governance and development projects in the affected municipalities. The results are expected to be declared after the voting phase concludes later this month.