Congress Alleges Democratic Process Breaches in BMC Elections

Congress leader Varsha Gaikwad criticized the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections for alleged democratic process violations, including candidate pressure and vote counting irregularities. The Congress alliance won only 24 seats, the BJP and Shiv Sena secured a majority. Gaikwad vowed to maintain transparency and accountability in civic administration.

Congress leader Varsha Gaikwad raised concerns over irregularities during the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, alleging pressure on candidates and issues with vote counting.

The Congress, in alliance with VBA, RSP, and RPI (Gavai), secured 24 seats, while the BJP and Shiv Sena alliance won a majority with 89 and 29 seats, respectively.

Despite alleged obstacles, the Congress pledged commitment to democratic values and transparency after the low electoral outcome.

(With inputs from agencies.)