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Gujarat local body polls heatwave claims lives as BJP wins 733 seats uncontested
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Published on 26 April 2026
Three deaths including a candidate as heat hits 44°C
Gujarat held local body elections on Sunday under extreme heat of up to 44°C. Three people, including a Jamnagar Municipal Corporation candidate, died after suffering heart attacks during polling. Amid the weather-related tragedy, the BJP also reported a major advantage, with 733 seats secured uncontested.
- Polling day temperatures reportedly soared to 44°C
- Three deaths occurred, including a municipal candidate
- Victims reportedly suffered heart attacks during voting
- BJP clinched 733 seats uncontested
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