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BJP Dominates Local Body Elections in Haryana
The BJP registered a thumping victory in Haryana's local body elections, which included voting for three Municipal Corporations, a Municipal Council, and three Municipal Committees. The results follow a recent setback for the party in the Rajya Sabha elections, where one seat was won by an Independent candidate. Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda acknowledged a better performance for the party compared to the previous election.
Why It Matters
The results indicate BJP's strong performance at the local level despite a national setback, suggesting potential momentum for the party ahead of future elections in Haryana.
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BJP victory in Haryana local body elections
May 13, 2026
BJP registered a thumping victory in Haryana's local body elections, which included voting for three Municipal Corporations, a Municipal Council, and three Municipal Committees. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini credited the win to growing trust in the Modi-led central government and the Haryana government, saying the results reflect that trust. Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda acknowledged that the party performed better than in the previous election, noting it secured a good number of votes.
Rajya Sabha elections setback for BJP
2026
In the Rajya Sabha elections for two seats, the BJP suffered a setback, losing one seat to an Independent candidate.