Mira-Bhayandar Reserved Seats 2026: SC ST OBC Women Ward List and Reservation Details for Mira-Bhayandar Elections
Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) is preparing for its 2026 civic elections, which will follow Maharashtra’s four-member ward system implemented across most municipal corporations except the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. This system divides wards into multi-member constituencies, with reservations for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and women to ensure representation of marginalized groups. While specific ward-wise lists for Mira-Bhayandar have not been fully detailed in public announcements, the reservation framework aligns with state guidelines mandating at least 50% seats for women and proportional allocations for SC, ST, and OBC categories.
Overview of the Four-Member Ward System
Maharashtra’s municipal elections in 2026, including Mira-Bhayandar, adopt a four-member ward structure for enhanced democratic participation. Each ward elects four corporators, with reservations distributed via lottery to rotate opportunities across categories. This applies to 29 municipal corporations polling simultaneously, totaling 2,869 seats statewide. For Mira-Bhayandar, the exact number of wards remains under finalization by the State Election Commission (SEC), but patterns from similar corporations like Navi Mumbai (28 wards, 111 seats) and Kalyan-Dombivli (31 wards, 122 seats) suggest around 25-30 wards, yielding approximately 100-120 seats.
The system ensures every ward has at least two women corporators, promoting gender balance. Reservations are drawn randomly, preventing fixed advantages for any group or location. This approach addresses population shifts, urban redevelopment, and voter list updates, similar to boundary rectifications in other regions.
Reservation Categories and Statewide Breakdown
Across Maharashtra’s 2026 municipal polls, seats are allocated as follows: 341 for SC, 77 for ST, 759 for OBC, 1,442 for women (spanning all categories), and 250 for general/open categories. These figures provide a benchmark for Mira-Bhayandar, where local demographics—predominantly urban with significant OBC and SC populations—will influence precise distributions.
| Category | Statewide Seats | Estimated Mira-Bhayandar Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 341 | 10-15 seats |
| ST | 77 | 2-5 seats |
| OBC | 759 | 25-35 seats |
| Women (All Categories) | 1,442 | 50%+ of total seats |
| General/Open | 250 | 20-30 seats |
Women reservations cut across categories: for instance, in comparable polls, SC women get priority in specific draws, followed by ST, OBC, and general women. Mira-Bhayandar’s lottery, expected soon after BMC’s Bandra West event, will finalize these via public draws supervised by the municipal commissioner.
Expected Ward List and Reservation Process
Mira-Bhayandar’s wards, spanning urban and suburban areas like Mira Road, Bhayandar East/West, and Penkar Pada, will feature mixed reservations. Under the four-member setup, a typical ward might include: two open/general seats (one woman), one OBC (woman), and one SC. ST seats, fewer due to demographics, concentrate in peripheral areas.
The SEC oversees the process: draft ward boundaries are published, objections invited, then finalized. Reservation lotteries follow, as seen in Navi Mumbai’s Vashi event. For Mira-Bhayandar, expect announcements listing wards numerically (e.g., Ward 1-30) with seat types: “SC Woman,” “OBC Open,” etc. Voters can check via Maharashtra SEC portal.
Political Context and Voter Impact
These elections coincide with polls in Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Vasai-Virar, heightening competition among alliances like MVA (Congress, Shiv Sena-UBT, NCP-SP) and ruling coalitions. In 2017, Shiv Sena held strong in Mira-Bhayandar; reservations could shift dynamics, favoring parties with grassroots OBC/SC networks.
Voters number over 10 lakh locally, with polling stations scaling accordingly. Model Code of Conduct activates post-schedule announcement, capping candidate spending. Multi-post EVMs may debut for efficiency.
Key Dates and Preparation Tips
- Boundary Finalization: Expected December 2025-January 2026.
- Lottery Draw: Early 2026, post-SEC schedule.
- Polls: Aligned with January 15 BMC date.
- Check Status: Visit MBMC office or SEC site for ward maps.
Candidates must verify category eligibility via caste certificates. Voters should update enrollments amid redevelopment-driven shifts. This reservation model fosters inclusive governance, addressing Mira-Bhayandar’s growth challenges like infrastructure and slum rehabilitation.
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