Who Will Control BMC Now? A Historic Change Loading As BJP-Led Alliance Set To End Shiv Sena’s 25-Year Rule

BMC Election Results 2026: The richest and most powerful civic body in India is set for a major political change after the 2026 civic elections. Trends and results show the BJP-led alliance gaining control, indicating a historic shift in Mumbai’s civic politics.

BMC Election Results 2026: The richest and most powerful civic body in India is set for a major political change after the 2026 civic elections. For almost 25 years, Shiv Sena in its various forms led the BMC. However, new trends and results show the BJP-led alliance gaining control, indicating a historic shift in Mumbai’s civic politics.

Early and live counting trends indicate that the BJP--in alliance with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction (Mahayuti alliance)--leads and appears set to cross the majority mark in the BMC's 227 seats. This means the new mayor is expected to come from the BJP-led coalition, ending decades of Shiv Sena dominance.

As early trends show, the BJP’s performance has been strong across many wards, and the coalition’s overall numbers comfortably exceed the majority threshold--suggesting they will control the civic body in the coming term.

End Of 3 Decades Of Shiv Sena Rule

The shift in power is crucial because Shiv Sena's long-standing hold on the BMC appears to be vanishing, with the BJP emerging as the dominant party this time. This change could reflect voter sentiment and shifting political dynamics in Mumbai.

(Also Read: BMC Election Results 2026: Ward-Wise Full List Of Winners And Losers From Mumbai Municipal Corporation Polls)

What This Means For City?

Mayor’s Post: The new mayor is likely to be chosen from the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance.

Budget Control: The party controlling the BMC will play a key role in shaping the next civic budget and development priorities.

Policy Direction: With new leadership, policy focus areas–like infrastructure, transport, housing, sanitation, and public services–may see changes aligned with the winning party’s goals.

While the BJP-led alliance leads overall, other parties such as Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and regional groups have won key wards and may influence local politics within the corporation. The final result is yet to be declared this evening, January 16, 2026.