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Politics
Jodhpur Municipal Board Stalemate: BJP, Congress 44-44, Need Seven Councillors
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 08:00 AM
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The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation board formation is at an impasse as the BJP and Congress each hold 44 seats, requiring the backing of seven independent councillors to secure a majority.
The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) is yet to constitute its governing board after the recent municipal elections left the two major parties deadlocked. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress have secured 44 seats each in the 88-member council, creating an exact tie.
With neither side able to claim a clear majority, the formation of the board now hinges on the allegiance of seven councillors who are not aligned with either party. Their support will determine which faction can command the required majority to appoint the mayor and other key officials.
The stalemate is further complicated by the uncertain position of a rebel Congress councillor, Nirmala Nayak, whose stance could tip the balance. As negotiations continue, the NMC remains without an elected leadership, delaying administrative decisions for the city.
Local stakeholders are watching closely, noting that any delay in board formation could affect municipal services and development projects slated for the upcoming fiscal year.
With neither side able to claim a clear majority, the formation of the board now hinges on the allegiance of seven councillors who are not aligned with either party. Their support will determine which faction can command the required majority to appoint the mayor and other key officials.
The stalemate is further complicated by the uncertain position of a rebel Congress councillor, Nirmala Nayak, whose stance could tip the balance. As negotiations continue, the NMC remains without an elected leadership, delaying administrative decisions for the city.
Local stakeholders are watching closely, noting that any delay in board formation could affect municipal services and development projects slated for the upcoming fiscal year.