What are the Maharashtra civic polls 2026?

These are local body elections held across Maharashtra for municipal corporations (e.g., BMC, Pune, Nagpur) and various municipal councils, determining local urban governance for the next five years.

When are the Maharashtra civic polls 2026 expected to be held?

While exact dates are yet to be officially announced by the State Election Commission, they are scheduled for some time in 2026, typically towards the early or mid-year.

Why are these local body elections important?

They decide who governs local civic bodies responsible for essential services like water supply, sanitation, roads, public health, and urban planning, directly impacting citizens' daily lives.

Which political parties usually contest these elections?

Major state parties like Shiv Sena (UBT), Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar), NCP (Ajit Pawar faction), BJP, and Congress, alongside local outfits, typically contest.

What is the role of the State Election Commission (SEC) in these polls?

The SEC is responsible for the overall conduct, supervision, and control of these elections, ensuring free and fair polling, voter registration, candidate nominations, and result declaration.