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Congress Regains Ground in Rajasthan Local Body Elections After Early BJP Lead
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 11:31 PM
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The Congress party has turned the tide in Rajasthan's local body elections, reclaiming several municipalities after the BJP initially led in many cities.
Jaipur – Results from the ongoing Rajasthan local body elections show a notable shift in voter sentiment. While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held an early advantage in several urban wards, the Indian National Congress managed to overturn those leads as counting progressed.
Congress candidates secured victories in key municipalities, including those in Jodhpur, Udaipur and Alwar, narrowing the BJP's earlier margin. Election officials reported that the swing was driven by localized issues and a renewed campaign focus by Congress cadres.
Political analysts note that the reversal reflects a broader challenge for the BJP in maintaining its foothold in Rajasthan's grassroots politics. The final tally, expected later this week, will determine control of numerous municipal councils across the state.
The Election Commission has urged all parties to respect the process and maintain peace as the remaining votes are counted.
Congress candidates secured victories in key municipalities, including those in Jodhpur, Udaipur and Alwar, narrowing the BJP's earlier margin. Election officials reported that the swing was driven by localized issues and a renewed campaign focus by Congress cadres.
Political analysts note that the reversal reflects a broader challenge for the BJP in maintaining its foothold in Rajasthan's grassroots politics. The final tally, expected later this week, will determine control of numerous municipal councils across the state.
The Election Commission has urged all parties to respect the process and maintain peace as the remaining votes are counted.