Gujarat gears for local body polls as 10000 candidates face a multi party fight

Published on 25 April 2026

AIMIM joins the race, reshaping the BJP Congress fight

Gujarat is set for local and civic body elections with nearly 10,000 candidates in the fray. While the BJP seeks to defend its stronghold, it faces tough challenges from the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party. Adding to the contest, AIMIM has entered the race, potentially shifting vote dynamics across key wards.

Local body polls in Gujarat draw nearly 10,000 candidates
BJP braces for a tougher-than-usual challenge from Congress and AAP
AIMIM entry could alter the electoral arithmetic in wards
Multiple parties are targeting local governance seats aggressively

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Gujarat gears for local body polls as 10000 candidates face a multi party fight

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