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18-01-2026 Vol 19

BJP Grabs 9 of 10 Seats in Haryana Local Elections, Congress Defeats in Hooda’s Stronghold

In a dramatic turn of events, the BJP has taken control of 9 out of the 10 contested seats in the Haryana local elections, pushing the Congress Party into a corner. The most significant aspect of the results is Congress’s crushing defeat in Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s stronghold, a region that has been loyal to the party for decades. This setback has left the Congress Party scrambling to reassess its political strategies in Haryana.

BJP’s success can be credited to its focus on development and governance, with promises of improving infrastructure, creating job opportunities, and enhancing agricultural schemes. The party’s outreach to both urban and rural populations has garnered widespread support, while Congress struggled to find its footing in this evolving political environment.

The results signal a shift in Haryana’s political landscape, with the BJP continuing to expand its influence, while Congress faces an uncertain future in the state.

Jitendra Kumar

Jitendra Kumar is an Indian journalist and social activist from Hathras in Uttar Pradesh is known as the senior journalist and founder of Xpert Times Network Private Limited.