The counting for the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) Election 2026 is currently underway, and the results declared so far indicate a massive landslide for the ruling Mahayuti alliance. As of January 16, 2026, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) have collectively crossed the majority mark of 62 seats, decimating the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).
This election was critical for the Shinde-Fadnavis government, as Nashik has been a traditional stronghold of the Shiv Sena. The results confirm that the voters have accepted the Eknath Shinde faction as the “real” Shiv Sena in this region.
Here is a detailed report on the live tally, winners list, and the key takeaways from the Nashik civic polls.
NMC Election Result 2026: Live Tally (4:30 PM Update)
The counting began at 10:00 AM at designated centers across the city. The trends stabilized by afternoon, showing a clear mandate for the ruling alliance.
- Total Seats: 122
- Majority Mark: 62
- Current Status: Mahayuti (BJP + Shinde Sena) leading in 90+ seats.
| Party / Alliance | Seats Leading/Won | Status |
| BJP | 57 – 59 | Single Largest Party |
| Shiv Sena (Shinde) | 40 – 43 | Major Gain |
| Shiv Sena (UBT) | 11 – 12 | Trailing |
| MNS (Raj Thackeray) | 8 | Below Expectations |
| Congress / NCP (SP) | 5 | Poor Performance |
| Others/Independents | 3 | — |
Key Highlights: Why Did Mahayuti Win Nashik?
Nashik has always been a politically volatile city. However, three key factors swung the vote in favor of the BJP and Eknath Shinde:
1. The “Double Engine” Impact
The BJP campaigned heavily on the stalled infrastructure projects from 2017 to 2022. The promise of fast-tracking the Nashik Metro Neo and the Nashik-Pune High-Speed Rail resonated with the urban voters who want better connectivity.
2. MNS Fails to become ‘Kingmaker’
All eyes were on Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which ruled the Nashik Corporation in 2012. Analysts predicted the MNS would split the Marathi votes and play kingmaker. However, the party failed to make a significant impact, winning only single-digit seats.
3. Shinde’s Hold on Shiv Sena Cadre
Nashik was a litmus test for Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The results show that he has successfully retained the core Shiv Sena voter base in North Maharashtra, leaving the Uddhav Thackeray faction (UBT) with only a small pocket of influence in the old city areas.
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- Left Side: A photo of the Nashik Municipal Corporation (Rajiv Gandhi Bhavan) building.
- Right Side: Bold, high-contrast text overlay: “NASHIK RESULT 2026”. Subtext below: “Mahayuti Sweeps NMC | BJP & Shinde Sena Win”.
- Background: A split background with Saffron (Orange) dominating to symbolize the victory. A “Live Tally” box showing BJP: 59, Shinde: 43.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who won the Nashik Municipal Corporation election 2026?
The Mahayuti alliance (BJP and Shiv Sena Eknath Shinde faction) has won the election with a landslide victory, crossing the majority mark of 62 seats.
Q: How many seats did MNS win in Nashik?
Raj Thackeray’s MNS performed below expectations, leading in only about 8 seats. They failed to repeat their 2012 success.
Q: When was the Nashik election held?
Polling for the Nashik Municipal Corporation took place on January 15, 2026, along with other civic bodies like BMC and PMC.
Q: Who will be the new Mayor of Nashik?
The BJP is likely to appoint the new Mayor as they have emerged as the single largest party with nearly 60 seats. The official election for the Mayor post will happen in February 2026.
Q: Why was the Nashik election important?
Nashik is a key urban center in North Maharashtra. This election was seen as a battle for the “real Shiv Sena” legacy, which Eknath Shinde has seemingly won against Uddhav Thackeray.