Скачать или смотреть BMC Election 2026: Rahul Narvekar To Nawab Malik, Family-First Politics Takes Centre-Stage In Polls

BMC Elections 2026: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections 2026 have highlighted a growing trend of family-first politics, as political dynasties increasingly influence candidate nominations. With the nomination process now closed for the January 15 elections, at least 43 leaders have secured tickets for family members, including children, spouses, and siblings.

Across parties, this trend is evident. BJP MLA Rahul Narvekar has fielded multiple relatives, while Congress MLA Aslam Shaikh and former NCP MLA Nawab Malik have also ensured family representation. The Shiv Sena Shinde faction and the Uddhav Thackeray faction are similarly nominating close kin for key wards. Critics argue that long-serving party workers and experienced candidates are often overlooked in favor of relatives, raising concerns about merit and internal democracy.

Although some parties, like the BJP, have traditionally opposed dynastic politics, this election shows a softer stance, with tickets approved for some family members while others were denied.

As campaigning heats up, family-based candidacies are becoming a defining feature of the BMC elections, sparking debates over nepotism, governance, and the future of civic politics in Mumbai. The 2026 elections are shaping up to be a critical reflection of how dynastic influence is reshaping urban politics.
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