Did Gulzar Cast His Vote in the Maharashtra Local Elections? Kiran Rao and Junaid Khan Join the Polling Process!
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Synopsis
Maharashtra local body elections see prominent figures like Gulzar, Kiran Rao, and Junaid Khan actively participating by voting. Join us as we explore their civic engagement and the significance of this democratic process in Mumbai.
Key Takeaways
- Gulzar exercised his voting rights in the Maharashtra elections.
- Kiran Rao and Junaid Khan also participated.
- Polling stations were established throughout Mumbai and other major cities.
- A total of 3.48 crore voters are participating in the elections.
- Vote counting will occur on January 16.
Mumbai, Jan 15 (NationPress) Renowned poet and lyricist Gulzar exercised his democratic right in the ongoing Maharashtra local body elections, showcasing his inked finger after voting. Producer Kiran Rao and singer-actor Junaid Khan were also spotted at polling stations, fulfilling their civic responsibilities on Thursday.
The 91-year-old literary icon donned a classic white kurta-pyjama and was seen with a companion. After casting his vote, Gulzar took a moment for photographers outside the polling booth, proudly displaying his ink-stained finger.
Shortly thereafter, Aamir Khan’s ex-wife Reena Dutta arrived at the polling booth with her actor son Junaid and daughter Ira Khan. Kiran Rao, Aamir’s second ex-wife, also exercised her voting rights and posed for the camera, showcasing her inked finger.
Actor Maniesh Paul shared a picture on Instagram, displaying his inked finger and smiling at the camera.
His caption read: “Mumbai, please go and vote…#mp #vote.”
Polling for the 29 municipal corporations commenced at 7:30 a.m. and will end at 5:30 p.m. The State Election Commission has organized arrangements across 39,147 polling stations, equipped with 43,958 Control Units and 87,916 Ballot Units. In Mumbai, there are 10,111 polling stations featuring 11,349 Control Units and 22,698 Ballot Units.
The elections were initially set for 2,869 seats, including 227 in the BMC. Currently, polling is being held for 2,801 seats, as 68 candidates were elected unopposed, meaning no voting will occur for these uncontested positions. A total of 3.48 crore voters will determine the fates of 15,931 candidates, including 1,729 candidates in Mumbai alone. Vote counting will take place on January 16.
Elections are being conducted in municipal corporations across major cities, including Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Kalyan-Dombivli, Vasai-Virar, Mira-Bhayandar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Amravati, Akola, Latur, Jalgaon, Dhule, Jalna, Chandrapur, Parbhani, Nanded-Waghala, Panvel, Bhiwandi-Nizampur, Malegaon, Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad, Ichalkaranji, Ahilyanagar, and Ulhasnagar.
Point of View
The participation of influential figures like Gulzar, Kiran Rao, and Junaid Khan in local elections symbolizes the importance of civic engagement. Their actions encourage the public to fulfill their democratic responsibilities, reinforcing the essence of democracy in our society.
NationPress
15/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the prominent figures participating in the Maharashtra elections?
Gulzar, Kiran Rao, and Junaid Khan were notable figures who voted in the Maharashtra local body elections.
When did the polling for the Maharashtra municipal elections start?
Polling began at 7:30 a.m. on January 15 and will conclude at 5:30 p.m.
How many candidates are contesting in the elections?
A total of 15,931 candidates are contesting across Maharashtra, with 1,729 candidates in Mumbai alone.
When will the counting of votes take place?
The counting of votes is scheduled for January 16.
How many polling stations are there in Mumbai?
Mumbai has 10,111 polling stations set up for the elections.
