Chandigarh, March 2, 2025 – Voting is underway across Haryana for the election of mayors and ward members in seven municipal corporations, along with elections for several municipal councils and committees, officials confirmed.
Polling began at 8 AM and will conclude at 6 PM.
Vote counting will begin at 8 AM on March 12, 2025, and results will be declared the same day.
As voters across Haryana cast their ballots, the outcome of these civic polls will shape urban leadership and governance in the state.
Key Municipal Corporations in Focus
Polling is being conducted to elect mayors and ward members in the municipal corporations of Gurugram, Manesar, Faridabad, Hisar, Rohtak, Karnal, and Yamunanagar. Additionally, by-elections for the mayoral posts in Ambala and Sonipat are taking place.Polling began at 8 AM and will conclude at 6 PM.
Local Body Elections: Municipal Councils & Committees
- Elections are also being held for the presidents and all ward members of four municipal councils: Ambala Sadar, Pataudi Jatoli Mandi, Thanesar, and Sirsa.
- A bye-election for the president’s post in Sohna (Gurugram district) is also being held.
- Similarly, voting is taking place for presidents and ward members of 21 municipal committees.
- Bye-elections for president's posts in Assandh (Karnal district) and Ismailabad (Kurukshetra district) are also in progress.
Notable Leaders Cast Their Votes
Among the early voters was Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who cast his vote in Karnal. Encouraging voter participation, he stated, "Casting our vote is not just our democratic right but also our duty."Security & Election Oversight
Haryana State Election Commissioner Dhanpat Singh assured that extensive security arrangements have been put in place to ensure free, fair, and transparent elections.- 39 candidates are competing for mayoral positions across nine municipal corporations.
- 27 candidates are contesting for presidents’ posts in five municipal councils.
- 151 candidates are in the fray for presidents’ positions in 23 municipal committees.
Unopposed Elections in Several Wards
In some wards, only one candidate filed a nomination, leading to unopposed elections. These include:- Faridabad Municipal Corporation – Ward No. 36
- Gurugram Municipal Corporation – Ward No. 22
- Karnal Municipal Corporation – Wards No. 8 and 11
- Yamunanagar Municipal Corporation – Ward No. 9
Polling Method & Vote Counting Schedule
The elections are being conducted using Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Meanwhile, polling for the Panipat municipal corporation is scheduled for March 9, 2025.Vote counting will begin at 8 AM on March 12, 2025, and results will be declared the same day.
Political Statements & Party Expectations
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini expressed confidence that the BJP will secure a victory, stating that the formation of a "triple-engine" government will accelerate development efforts. Meanwhile, the Congress has urged voters to give them a full majority, promising improved governance.As voters across Haryana cast their ballots, the outcome of these civic polls will shape urban leadership and governance in the state.
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