Vote Counting Unveiled
The eagerly awaited vote counting for the Telangana Municipal Elections 2026 commenced bright and early on Friday, February 13th, starting at 8 AM. Residents
across the state can access the official ward-wise results directly through the Telangana State Election Commission's website, tsec.gov.in. This election saw a significant participation rate, with 73.01% of eligible voters casting their ballots across 116 municipalities and seven municipal corporations. For those seeking real-time updates and immediate analysis, following this page will provide live information and insights from our reporters stationed on the ground, ensuring you don't miss any crucial developments as the outcomes unfold. The electoral process itself was managed with the deployment of 29,656 Booth Level Officers, underscoring the extensive preparations undertaken for this democratic exercise.
Record Turnout & District Highlights
The Telangana Municipal Elections of 2026 witnessed an impressive voter turnout of 73.01% across the state, a testament to the active engagement of citizens in shaping their local governance. Breaking down this impressive figure, Choutuppal in the Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district emerged with the highest turnout, boasting an exceptional 91.91%. Conversely, Nandikonda in Nalgonda district recorded the lowest turnout among municipalities at 59.68%. Among the larger municipal corporations, Nalgonda reported a robust 77.36% polling, while Nizamabad saw a turnout of 59.12%. The polling process, which began on Wednesday morning, showed a steady increase in participation, starting at 11.6% by 9 AM and reaching 62.09% by 3 PM, culminating in the final recorded figure of 73.01% at the close of voting. These statistics provide a clear picture of electoral enthusiasm across different regions.
Polling Day Incidents
While the overall polling process for the Telangana Municipal Elections 2026 was largely peaceful, isolated incidents did occur, requiring the intervention of law enforcement. Authorities reported minor skirmishes in areas such as Karimnagar and Sangareddy. In Karimnagar, police had to employ a mild lathi charge to disperse BJP workers who had blocked a road near the bus stand, protesting alleged impersonation at a polling station. This confrontation resulted in minor injuries for a few BJP workers. Similarly, in Sangareddy, a former MLA and Congress leader engaged in an argument with the police over claims of bogus voting. Further complicating the day, an FIR was registered in Nizamabad against BJP MP Arvind Dharmapuri, citing alleged violations of electoral rules, including entering a polling booth, confronting staff and police, and making disparaging remarks against the police. These events highlight the vigilance required during electoral processes.
Key Figures Cast Votes
Prominent political figures across Telangana participated actively in the Municipal Elections 2026, casting their votes and signaling their party's engagement. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy exercised his franchise in Kodangal, located in Vikarabad district. Meanwhile, Union Minister of State for Home, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, cast his vote in Karimnagar. Party leaders also expressed their confidence in the electoral prospects. State Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud voiced optimism about his party's performance, while BJP leader and Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy asserted that the party would achieve favorable results despite facing challenges and allegations against the ruling party. The outcomes of these elections are seen as a significant barometer for the Congress, BJP, and BRS parties.
