North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: in Jharkhand 23 February 2026 The nomination round for the municipal elections to be held is in the final stages. However, according to the rules of the State Election Commission, this election Non-party basis These are happening on the basis, but behind the scenes the real ‘political chess’ is being played by the political parties. BJP, Congress and JMM (JMM) have increased the heat in the electoral arena by releasing the list of their respective ‘supported’ candidates.
1. BJP’s strategy: ‘Supported’ names decided for 9 municipal corporations
BJP has increased its activism regarding municipal elections. In the meeting held under the chairmanship of National General Secretary Arun Singh in the state office. 9 municipal corporations A consensus has been reached on the names of candidates for the post of Mayor.
Party Stand: BJP has made it clear that even if the symbol is not used, the party will put in all its strength to ensure the victory of its supported candidates.
Election Issues: BJP is making corruption and failures of the state government in development works the main issue.
2. Struggle between ‘INDIA’ alliance in Ranchi?
There is going to be a ‘friendly fight’ or test of mutual coordination between the ruling coalition (JMM, Congress, RJD) for the post of Mayor in the capital Ranchi.
Congress’s bet: Congress former Mayor of Ranchi and its powerful leader Rama Khalkho Has declared his official support. Rama Khalkho will file her nomination on Tuesday.
Silence of JMM: JMM has not yet opened its cards for Ranchi seat. However, in Dhanbad, JMM Dr. Neelam Mishra Has made his intention clear by making him the party supported candidate.
RJD’s stance: RJD has indicated that they may support Rama Khalkho in Ranchi, provided their candidates in other areas also get preference.
3. Political equation of Dhanbad and Jamshedpur
The political equations in Koylanchal Dhanbad have become quite interesting:
Dr. Neelam Mishra (JMM supported): JMM’s central spokesperson Vinod Pandey has officially announced the name of Neelam Mishra.
Defection of Chandrashekhar Aggarwal: Former Dhanbad Mayor Chandrashekhar Aggarwal has left BJP and joined JMM, due to which the election battle of Dhanbad has become even more exciting.
4. Important dates and rules of elections (Important Schedule)
Voting date: 23 February 2026.
Counting of votes (Result): 27 February 2026.
Details of posts: Elections will be held in a total of 48 municipal bodies (9 Municipal Corporations, 20 Municipal Councils, 19 Nagar Panchayats).
Important thing: voting this time ballot paper And the option of ‘NOTA’ will not be available.
