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CM Fadnavis: Seat-Sharing in Mumbai Civic Elections Hinges on Each Party’s Strength
- by Webdesk
- 14 Aug 2025
Source: The Times Of India
Mumbai: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has stated that the seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections will be based on the relative strength of each party within the Mahayuti alliance. Speaking during a town hall interaction with a news channel on Wednesday, Fadnavis outlined that while the elections would be contested jointly, the number of seats allocated to each partner would reflect their performance and influence.
Highlighting the Bharatiya Janata Party’s position in the city, Fadnavis reminded that in the 2017 BMC polls, the BJP had secured 82 corporator seats, and in the 2024 state assembly elections, the party won 15 MLA seats in Mumbai — the highest tally for any single party in the city. He stressed that such numbers clearly indicate the BJP’s strong presence in Mumbai’s political landscape.
Fadnavis confirmed that the local body elections across Maharashtra would be held in three distinct phases between October and December. These elections would cover the zilla parishads, nagar panchayats, and municipal corporations, with the BMC polls being a significant political focus due to Mumbai’s economic and cultural importance.
On Mumbai’s development trajectory, the Chief Minister made it clear that he sees no need to replicate other international cities. “Mumbai will always remain Mumbai. Why should we attempt to turn it into Shanghai or Singapore? The city has a distinct identity and character, which I believe is even superior to that of Shanghai or Singapore,” Fadnavis said. His remarks underscored the importance of preserving Mumbai’s uniqueness while pursuing progress.
The CM also used the platform to highlight his government’s initiatives aimed at the Marathi-speaking population — often referred to as the ‘Marathi manoos.’ He contrasted his administration’s work with that of the opposition, asserting that the Mahayuti government had done far more for this community.
Fadnavis pointed out that over the years, many Marathi families were forced to relocate to the outer edges of Mumbai due to rising living costs and lack of affordable housing. His government, however, undertook redevelopment projects, particularly in the BDD chawls, to ensure that Marathi residents could remain in central Mumbai. “We made sure that the Marathi manoos got to stay right where they belonged, in the heart of the city, by giving them modern 500 sq ft flats in the same location,” he explained.
He also credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with granting Marathi the prestigious status of a classical language — a move he said reflects the Centre’s respect for Maharashtra’s culture and heritage. According to Fadnavis, this recognition was a long-overdue acknowledgment of the richness and history of the Marathi language.
By combining political strategy with cultural pride, Fadnavis positioned the BJP and the Mahayuti alliance as both a strong electoral force and a custodian of Mumbai’s identity. The emphasis on seat-sharing based on actual political strength signals a practical approach to coalition management, especially in a high-stakes civic election like that of the BMC, where resources, visibility, and past performance matter significantly.
With the campaign season approaching, the remarks are seen as a clear message to both allies and rivals. For allies within the Mahayuti, it’s a reminder that past electoral performance will dictate the future seat distribution. For the opposition, it’s an assertion that the BJP not only has the numbers but also a strong narrative around development, cultural preservation, and community support.
The coming months will reveal how this seat-sharing formula plays out in practice. But one thing is certain — the BMC elections, set against the backdrop of Fadnavis’ clear stance and the Mahayuti’s united front, are likely to be one of Mumbai’s most closely watched political battles in recent years.
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