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Vasai Virar Municipal Election Results 2026 Live Updates: The future of Vasai-Virar’s civic leadership now lies sealed inside the EVMs. After an intense polling day on January 15, where thousands of residents queued up across the twin cities to cast their vote, all attention has shifted to the counting centres. The votes are being counted today, January 16, with the process starting sharp at 10 am. Early trends are expected to surface by around 11 am, while the final picture should become clearer by late afternoon.
High-security counting centres have been set up in Vasai, Virar and Nalasoparato ensure smooth operations. Today, the state election officials decide who will run the Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) for the next five years.
Key wards and battles to watch
The fight for the 115 seats has set the stage for several high-stakes contests across the city. Vasai Gaon remains a traditional testing ground for community-based issues and local heritage sentiments.
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Nalasopara East, known for its large migrant population, will be a crucial region for national parties hoping to expand their base. Virar West continues to be the core of the Bahujan Vikas Aghadi’sstrength, making it a must-win zone for the Thakur-led party.
Meanwhile, Manickpur, with its upper-middle-class profile, is expected to vote with a focus on infrastructure and urban services.
Candidates in the fray
This election has brought a record 547 candidates into the contest across 29 prabhags, making it a multi-sided political battle. The Bahujan Vikas Aghadi, under the leadership of Hitendra Thakur, is aiming to keep its long-standing hold over the corporation, with candidates like Pankaj Thakur among the prominent names.
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The Mahayuti allianceof the BJP and Shiv Sena hopes to turn the tide in its favour by highlighting development promises, with candidates like Mahesh Patil and Chandrakant Gorivale actively leading their campaign efforts.
On the other side, the Maha Vikas Aghadi – comprising SS-UBT, NCP-SP and Congress – is banking on issues related to urban management and anti-incumbency to gather support. Parties like AIMIM and MNS have also strategically fielded candidates in selective pockets, which could affect the larger parties’ vote shares.
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08:15 (IST) 16 Jan 2026
Vasai Virar election results 2026 live updates: Election to decide VVCMC’s next leadership
Today’s counting will determine who governs the Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation for the next term. With rapid urban expansion, the stakes are high for every party. The mandate will reflect public sentiment on issues like infrastructure, mobility and services, deciding whether voters want continuity or a fresh administrative direction.
08:00 (IST) 16 Jan 2026
Vasai Virar election results 2026 live updates: High-security counting centres on full alert
Counting centres in Vasai, Virar and Nalasopara have been secured with multi-layered police deployment to ensure transparency and smooth operations. Surveillance cameras, restricted entry points and senior officials overseeing each section underline the significance of today’s process. The atmosphere inside these centres is tense as every round of counting could shift the balance.
07:45 (IST) 16 Jan 2026
Vasai Virar election results 2026 live updates: Polling day sees strong citizen participation
The January 15 polling day saw residents across Vasai, Virar and Nalasopara turning up in impressive numbers. Long queues at several booths reflected voters’ eagerness to influence local issues. The high turnout indicates strong public interest in improving core civic services and could play a decisive role in determining which alliance gains control.
07:38 (IST) 16 Jan 2026
Vasai Virar election results 2026 live updates: Good morning and welcome to our live blog!
The future leadership of Vasai-Virar is locked inside the EVMs after thousands of residents voted on January 15. With counting beginning at 10 am today, excitement and anxiety fill the twin cities. Early trends are expected by 12 pm, and the final results should be clearer by late afternoon, shaping the next five years of governance.
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