‘Triumph Of Truth Over Lies’: PM Modi Hails BJP’s ‘Resounding’ Win In Rajasthan Civic Polls

Last Updated:September 15, 2026, 01:41 IST

PM congratulated the winning candidates and BJP workers, saying the mandate would strengthen efforts to bring development and prosperity to the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (File photo: PMO India YouTube)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) performance in Rajasthan’s urban local body elections, saying the results showed strong public support for the party’s policies of good governance and development under the “double-engine” government.

Taking to X, PM Modi thanked the people of Rajasthan for the BJP’s victory and said, “Heartfelt thanks to the people of Rajasthan for delivering a resounding victory to the BJP in the municipal elections. This is a testament to the triumph of truth over the echo of lies.”

The prime minister also congratulated the winning candidates and BJP workers, saying the mandate would strengthen efforts to bring development and prosperity to the state.

“This will not only propel the state to new heights of progress but also strengthen our resolve to bring prosperity to the lives of every individual,” he added.

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BJP Emerges As Largest Party

The BJP emerged as the single largest party, winning 4,179 of the 10,245 wards across 309 urban local bodies. The Congress won 3,613 wards, while Independents secured 2,273, emerging as a major force in the elections.

The BJP is set to form boards in four municipal corporations — Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur and Bhilwara. Congress secured a clear majority in Bikaner Municipal Corporation.

In Jaipur, the BJP won 78 of the 150 wards, against Congress’ 53 and Independents’ 15. In Jodhpur, however, BJP and Congress were tied at 44 wards each, making Independents crucial to board formation.

Independents Hold Key In Several Cities

The BJP secured majorities in 12 of 47 municipal councils, while Congress won a majority in eight. The remaining 21 councils produced no clear majority.

Among 252 municipalities, BJP secured a majority in 66 and Congress in 38. Independents are expected to play a key role in 121 municipalities where no party has a clear majority.

The strong showing by Independents was one of the biggest features of the elections. Their support could determine who forms boards in several cities and towns.

(With inputs from agencies)

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What were the final ward counts for the BJP and Congress in the 2026 Rajasthan civic polls?

In the Rajasthan urban local body elections, the BJP emerged as the single largest party by winning 4,179 of the 10,245 contested wards. The Congress party finished second, securing 3,613 wards across the state’s 309 urban local bodies.

Which municipal corporations did the BJP and Congress secure clear majorities in during the Rajasthan local body elections?

The BJP secured clear majorities to form boards in four municipal corporations: Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur, and Bhilwara. On the other hand, the Congress party secured a clear majority in the Bikaner Municipal Corporation.

What role did Independent candidates play in the 2026 Rajasthan urban local body elections?

Independent candidates emerged as a major force by winning 2,273 wards. They secured the key to board formations in 121 municipalities and 21 municipal councils where no single party won a clear majority. They also hold the balance of power in Jodhpur, where the BJP and Congress tied at 44 wards each.

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