Himachal Pradesh to Hold Urban Local Body Elections on May 17
51 Urban Local Bodies in Himachal go to polls on May 17: SEC; MCC imposed
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Himachal Pradesh will conduct elections for 51 Urban Local Bodies on May 17, 2026, following the announcement by State Election Commissioner Anil Kumar Khachi. Eligible voters include 1,80,963 males and 1,79,882 females, with administrative restrictions in place to ensure smooth operations. The elections are seen as critical for the ruling BJP ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls.
- 01Elections for 51 Urban Local Bodies in Himachal Pradesh scheduled for May 17, 2026.
- 02Total eligible voters include 1,80,963 males and 1,79,882 females.
- 03Nomination filing will occur on April 29, 30, and May 2.
- 04Counting of votes for Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats will take place on the same day as polling.
- 05BJP aims to leverage these elections for a strong foundation ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.
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Himachal Pradesh State Election Commissioner Anil Kumar Khachi announced that elections for 51 Urban Local Bodies will take place on May 17, 2026. This includes four Municipal Corporations in Solan, Mandi, Dharamshala, and Palampur, along with 25 Municipal Councils and 22 Nagar Panchayats. A total of 1,80,963 male and 1,79,882 female eligible voters will participate, including 1,808 first-time voters aged 18. The nomination process will start on April 29 and conclude with scrutiny on May 4 and withdrawal on May 6. The counting of votes for Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats will occur on the same day as polling, while the counting for Municipal Corporations will be on May 31. The BJP has expressed confidence in winning these elections, viewing them as a stepping stone for the 2027 Assembly elections, criticizing the Congress government for delaying the electoral process and imposing unfavorable policies on citizens.
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The upcoming elections will allow citizens to voice their opinions and influence local governance, addressing issues such as water tariffs and taxes.
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