BJP Triumphs in Haryana Local Body Elections: Rohtak, Karnal, Sirsa, and Gurugram Secure Major Wins
BJP Sweeps Haryana Local Body Elections with Major Wins in Rohtak, Karnal, and Sirsa
Chandigarh, March 11, 2025 — The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a landslide victory in the latest Haryana local body elections, cementing its grip on key municipal areas across the state. With decisive wins in Rohtak, Sirsa, Karnal, and Gurugram, the saffron party has once again demonstrated its dominance in Haryana’s political landscape, easily outpacing rivals, particularly the Congress party.
BJP’s Stunning Wins in Major Cities
The BJP delivered a remarkable performance across several districts in the municipal corporation elections held on March 2, 2025. The party made significant inroads, especially in Rohtak, Sirsa, Karnal, and Gurugram, where BJP candidates won with impressive margins, signaling their strong appeal among the electorate.
In Karnal, BJP candidate Renu Bala Gupta secured a sweeping victory in the mayoral elections, garnering 83,630 votes and leaving her Congress opponent far behind. Similarly, in Rohtak, BJP’s Ram Avatar Valmiki emerged victorious, claiming a commanding lead of 45,198 votes over his Congress rival. In Sirsa, BJP’s Shanti Swaroop also enjoyed a strong win, with a margin of 12,779 votes, showcasing the party’s growing influence in the region.
Furthermore, Praveen Popli claimed a resounding victory in Hisar, securing a 64,456 vote margin against his Congress opponent. The win in Hisar is particularly noteworthy as the city has historically been a key battleground between the two parties.
BJP’s Strong Performance in Gurugram
A significant win for the BJP came in Gurugram, where Raj Rani, the party’s mayoral candidate, defeated Congress’s Seema Pahuja by a margin of 27,078 votes. This victory is a crucial one for the BJP, given Gurugram’s status as a major economic hub and the increasing importance of Haryana’s urban electorate in shaping state politics.
Voter Turnout and Polling Details
The Haryana local body elections saw more than 51 lakh voters eligible to cast their ballots. According to the Election Commission, around 46% of the electorate participated in the polls. This moderate turnout suggests a strong engagement from residents in urban centers like Karnal, Rohtak, Hisar, and Gurugram, where the BJP has traditionally performed well.
The elections were held for various key positions, including mayoral seats and ward member positions, across seven major corporations: Gurugram, Manesar, Faridabad, Hisar, Rohtak, Karnal, and Yamunanagar. The results declared today have brought an overwhelming affirmation of the BJP’s growing influence in these urban constituencies.
Congress Struggles in Key Regions
Despite a long-standing presence in Haryana, the Congress party suffered significant setbacks in the local body elections, particularly in the major municipalities of Rohtak, Sirsa, and Karnal, where BJP candidates triumphed with substantial margins. While Congress did manage to hold on to some smaller areas, the defeat in these crucial urban centers represents a major blow to the party’s efforts to challenge BJP’s dominance in the state.
The Congress party had hoped to make a comeback in the municipal elections, but these results further underline the party’s struggle in regaining political ground in Haryana, especially in the face of an increasingly popular BJP.
By-Elections for Ambala and Sonipat Mayoral Seats
In addition to the major victories, the results of the mayoral by-elections for Ambala and Sonipat municipal corporations were also expected to add to the political conversation. These by-elections have been closely watched, with BJP and Congress both eyeing these areas for a strategic victory. While BJP has shown strength in the state’s urban centers, the by-elections could further consolidate the party’s influence or give Congress a chance for redemption.
The Road Ahead for BJP and Congress in Haryana
With these resounding victories, the BJP has reinforced its status as the dominant political force in Haryana, particularly in the state’s urban centers. The party’s wins across Rohtak, Karnal, Sirsa, and Gurugram reflect its strong organizational machinery, efficient campaigning, and deep connections with the local populace.
For Congress, the results mark yet another setback in its efforts to regain ground in the state. The party now faces the challenge of rebuilding its base and addressing internal weaknesses as it looks toward future elections.
As Haryana prepares for upcoming state assembly polls and as local body elections continue to shape political narratives, all eyes will be on the BJP to see if it can maintain its momentum and secure further success in the state.