Panaji Municipal Corporation Election Results: BJP's 'Babush' panel dominates CCP polls with sweeping victory The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a decisive victory in the Panaji Municipal Corporation (CCP) elections, winning 27 out of 30 wards. The vote counting, which concluded on March 13, 2026, saw the BJP's 'Babush' panel led by Panaji MLA Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate outperform the Ami Panjekar faction. Voter turnout reached 69.07 percent, with Ward 23 recording the highest participation at 81.94 percent. The election, held across 48 booths, featured 69 candidates, including reservations for 10 wards for women, 8 for Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and 1 for Scheduled Tribes (STs). In the 2021 CCP elections, the BJP-backed panel under Monserrate had already dominated, winning 25 of 30 wards despite a lower turnout of 70.19 percent. This year’s results further solidified the BJP’s control over Panaji’s civic governance, with the Monserrate faction maintaining influence over key areas such as infrastructure and waste management. The BJP’s success underscores its stronghold in the coastal capital, where local rivalries have historically shaped electoral outcomes. The BJP’s victory was marked by wins in multiple wards, including Ward 23, where candidate Vidhya Satish Gadkar defeated Ami Panjekar’s Jyoti Masurkar. Other notable BJP wins included Ward 21, secured by Manisha Manerkar, and Ward 25, won by Kirti Sakhalkar. The party also claimed Ward 24 with Karan Yatin Parekh and Ward 27 with Vithal Chopdekar. Meanwhile, Ami Panjekar candidates managed to win a few wards, such as Ward 29, where Liberata Mendes E Achari defeated BJP’s Sandra Maria Da Cunha.#bharatiya_janata_party #atanasio_babush_monserrate #panaji_municipal_corporation #ami_panjekar #ward_23
Counting of votes for the Corporation of the City of Panaji begins today to determine the 30 winners of the CCP elections. The process will take place at Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium starting at 8am, with results expected by afternoon. Two rounds of counting will be conducted simultaneously across all 30 wards to finalize the outcomes. A total of 69 candidates contested the elections, and voter turnout reached 69% on Wednesday. Atanasio ‘Babush’ Monserrate, who has never lost an election since the corporation’s formation, faces a crucial test as his panel seeks to maintain dominance. Last time, his team secured 25 wards, while opponents won five. The results will determine whether Monserrate retains his influence or if Utpal, leading the ‘Ami Panjekar’ panel, gains traction. If the united opposition secures significant seats, it could reshape strategies for the upcoming assembly elections next year. Monserrate, the first mayor to complete a five-year term, is likely to continue in office if his panel secures a majority. Babush has consistently won elections, aiming to capture all 30 wards. He emphasized that the outcome will be known on the counting day, while Utpal highlighted the low turnout as a sign of public demand for change. The election results could also impact the political landscape, as a strong opposition showing might challenge the BJP’s dominance in the region. The election results will also influence the city’s governance, with implications for municipal policies and public services. Analysts suggest that the outcome could signal broader shifts in voter sentiment, particularly given the low turnout compared to previous elections. The contest underscores the competitive nature of local politics in Goa, with key figures vying to shape the city’s future.#goa #corporation_of_the_city_of_panaji #dr_shyama_prasad_mukherjee_stadium #atanasio_babush_monserrate #utpal
