Mayawati Accuses Rajasthan Civic Polls Irregularities, Claims BSP Candidates ‘Forcibly Defeated’
· India · Hindustan Times, NDTV
BSP chief Mayawati alleged widespread irregularities in Rajasthan’s urban local body elections, claiming her party’s candidates were ‘forcibly defeated’ by narrow margins due to government machinery interference. The BJP secured 4,179 wards, winning clear majorities in Jaipur, Udaipur, Kota, and Bhilwara, while the Congress took 3,613 wards and independents dominated Bharatpur, winning 36 of 65 wards. Mayawati’s party secured 19 seats, though she suggested better results were possible without alleged irregularities. The Congress won Bikaner’s municipal corporation and Jhalawar’s municipal council, while smaller parties like RLP (63 wards) and AAP (42 wards) also made gains. The State Election Commission declared results for 10,235 of 10,244 wards by 8:30 PM on Monday. The motive behind the alleged irregularities remains unspecified.
Why it matters
Mayawati’s allegations could escalate political tensions in Rajasthan, potentially influencing voter sentiment ahead of upcoming assembly and Lok Sabha elections. The BJP’s dominance in key municipal corporations like Jaipur and Udaipur strengthens its administrative control, while the Congress’s gains in Bikaner and Jhalawar signal regional resistance. Independents’ strong showing in Bharatpur—home to Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma—highlights local dissatisfaction with established parties.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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