The BJP won 115 out of 120 seats in the Surat Municipal Corporation elections held on April 26, 2026. This marks a significant political shift in Gujarat, where the Congress has made a surprising comeback after over a decade.
Before this election, the Indian National Congress was completely wiped out from the Surat Municipal Corporation in 2021, failing to win any seats. The expectations were low for their return, given their absence from local governance.
However, the recent results indicate a change. The Congress managed to secure seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faced major setbacks. They won only 4 seats, and their state general secretary Manoj Sorathia lost in Ward No. 4.
In total, about 483 candidates contested for the available positions across 30 wards in Surat. The BJP’s dominance extended beyond Surat, as they also secured all 15 municipal corporations where elections were held throughout Gujarat.
Key election statistics:
- BJP won 115 out of 120 seats in Surat
- Total candidates contested: approximately 483
- AAP secured only 4 seats
- BJP won all municipal corporations where elections occurred
Experts suggest that this shift could reshape local politics significantly. The resurgence of Congress may indicate changing voter sentiments in Gujarat.
The vote counting for these elections began on April 28, 2026. As results continue to emerge, political analysts are closely monitoring how these developments will impact future elections.