Telangana Municipal Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Highlights

Telangana Municipal Elections Results 2026 Live Updates: The Telangana municipal elections for 116 municipalities and seven municipal corporations are being closely watched as a key test of strength for the ruling Congress and opposition BJP and BRS. With over 73% voter turnout recorded on February 11, the counting of votes will begin at 123 centres across the state from 8 AM on February 13.Since ballot papers were used, the counting process is expected to take time, with postal ballots to be counted first. The State Election Commission has enforced strict security measures, including restricted access to counting halls, webcasting at centres, and prohibitory orders around the premises to ensure transparency and peace.Politically, the elections carry high stakes. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has expressed confidence that Congress will secure good results, while BJP leader G Kishan Reddy remains optimistic despite alleging misuse of power by the ruling party. The BRS, aiming to recover from recent electoral setbacks, is looking to make substantial gains. With exit polls suggesting that some urban local bodies may see no clear majority, BJP and BRS have shifted candidates to camps to prevent poaching ahead of the election of chairpersons and mayors on February 16. The results are expected to significantly influence Telangana’s urban political landscape.