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BJP gears up for MCD mayor poll as AAP stays out and electoral math favors victory
Politics
Published on 28 April 2026
Electoral college numbers may decide the mayor before votes
Ahead of the MCD mayoral polls on April 29, BJP MPs including Swati Maliwal met to finalize their strategy. AAP has opted out, while Congress has fielded a candidate. BJP’s Pravesh Wahi is widely seen as having an edge because the party holds a majority in the electoral college, with campaigns centered on administrative efficiency and civic projects.
- BJP MPs met to lock strategy for the April 29 MCD mayoral vote
- AAP has opted out, while Congress has nominated a candidate
- Pravesh Wahi is tipped to win on electoral college majority
- Campaign emphasis is on administration and civic projects
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