The GHMC standing committee election concluded unanimously today.
This outcome was precipitated by the withdrawal of two BRS corporators from the race, citing insufficient numbers to mount a viable contest.
A total of 17 nominations were initially submitted for the 15-member standing committee positions: eight from the AIMIM, seven from the Congress, and two from the BRS.
The BRS' decision to retract their nominations facilitated the unopposed election of the remaining candidates, resulting in eight seats for the AIMIM and seven for the Congress.
With these elections, the Congress corporators secured standing committee positions for the first time in a decade.
The unanimous election of the standing committee is reportedly poised to influence the GHMC's governance and decision-making processes, with the AIMIM and Congress now holding significant sway over municipal affairs.
Observers suggest that this development could lead to shifts in policy direction and administrative priorities within the corporation.