PMC Elections: BJP Shows Strength in Ward 9 as Murlidhar Mohol Leads Campaign Rally

Baner, 13th January 2026: Amid the ongoing Pune Municipal Corporation election campaign, a large bike rally held in Ward No. 9 on Tuesday has triggered strong political claims from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with Union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol asserting that the event signalled a “certain victory” for the party in the ward.

Addressing party workers and supporters after the rally, Mohol said the enthusiastic response from residents, high participation of youth, and significant presence of women indicated that BJP candidates were set to win all four seats in the ward. He claimed that the mood on the ground suggested a 4–0 result in favour of the BJP when votes are counted on January 16.

The rally witnessed a charged atmosphere across the ward, with slogans, flower showers and public welcome of the four BJP candidates at several locations. Party leaders said the turnout reflected growing support for the BJP, while Mohol remarked that the visible public enthusiasm showed that voters had already made up their minds.

“Every vote cast for the four BJP candidates is a vote of confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis,” Mohol said. He added that the candidates were contesting not merely to win an election but to ensure long-term and holistic development of the ward.

Emphasising the party’s organisational structure, Mohol said the BJP functioned on ideology rather than individuals. “The BJP is not centred around personalities but around principles. It works with discipline, culture and commitment to public service. No individual is bigger than the party, and every candidate represents integrity and public trust,” he said.

The rally saw participation from youth, women and senior citizens in large numbers. Political observers noted that the visible mobilisation has strengthened BJP’s campaign in the ward, while also putting pressure on rival parties.

Mohol further claimed that various surveys indicated the BJP was on course to secure the mayor’s post in Pune. Describing Ward No. 9 as a traditional BJP stronghold, he said voters in the area had consistently supported the party and would once again vote for the lotus symbol.

Overall, the bike rally has intensified political focus on Ward No. 9, with BJP leaders projecting it as a clear indicator of the party’s prospects, while opposition parties are expected to counter these claims in the remaining days of campaigning.