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Voting underway for Baramati, Rahuri and Umreth bypolls
Voting began at 7 am on April 23, 2026, across three bypolls in Baramati and Rahuri in Maharashtra and Umreth in Gujarat, with polls expected to close at 6 pm. By 9 am, early turnout stood at 8.01% in Baramati, 6.39% in Rahuri, and 10% in Umreth. Results are scheduled to be announced on May 4, 2026, along with Tamil Nadu and West Bengal assembly results.
Why It Matters
The bypolls test regional party dynamics in Maharashtra and Gujarat and may influence subsequent political calculations, including potential shifts in alliances and government strength.
Timeline
6 Events
Results date announced
April 23, 2026
The results for the three bypolls are scheduled to be announced on May 4, 2026, along with assembly election results in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
Umreth constituency details
April 23, 2026
In Gujarat’s Umreth, six candidates are in the fray, with a direct contest between BJP’s Harshad Parmar and Congress’ Bhrigurajsinh Chauhan.
Ruhuri/Rahuri bypoll context
April 23, 2026
The Ruhuri (Rahuri) seat vacancy followed the death of BJP MLA Shivaji Kardile in October last year; candidates include BJP's Akshay Kardile, NCP (SP)'s Govind Mokate, and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi's Santosh Chalke.
Baramati candidate background
April 23, 2026
In Baramati, deputy chief minister Sunetra Pawar is contesting the seat; 23 candidates are in the fray. Pawar said voters are voting as a tribute to the late Ajit Pawar, and noted the absence of Dada in this election. NCP leader Sharad Pawar will not cast his vote due to health reasons.
Early turnout reported (9 am)
April 23, 2026
As of 9 am, turnout stood at 8.01% in Baramati, 6.39% in Rahuri, and 10% in Umreth.
Polling opens across three bypolls
April 23, 2026
Voting began at 7 am for bypolls in Baramati and Rahuri (Maharashtra) and Umreth (Gujarat). Polls are scheduled to close at 6 pm.