The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive victory in the Maharashtra civic elections 2026, including the BMC polls, across 27 civic bodies. Key takeaways highlight the BJP’s dominance under Devendra Fadnavis, the erosion of the Thackeray legacy, and the fizzling out of Ajit Pawar’s political maneuvers. The Congress showed a minor resurgence, while AIMIM made notable inroads in urban pockets.

So far, discussions within committee have centred on safeguarding land and job rights for locals, strengthening the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils in Leh and Kargil,.

Mann said British Columbia’s expertise fits well with Punjab’s development priorities, especially in agriculture.