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Congress Triumphs in Sachin Pilot's Tonk Stronghold, Mayank Goyal Elected Chairman.
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News18•21-09-2026, 18:20
Congress Triumphs in Sachin Pilot's Tonk Stronghold, Mayank Goyal Elected Chairman.
- •Congress's young leader Mayank Goyal became Chairman of Tonk Municipal Council, defeating BJP's challenge.
- •In the 59-ward council, Congress secured 32 councilors and gained support from 6 independents, totaling 38 votes.
- •Tonk is Sachin Pilot's constituency, making this victory a significant test and win for him and Congress.
- •Out of 8 declared municipal results in the district, BJP secured 7 chairmanships, while Congress won in Uniara.
- •Despite having more councilors in Niwai, BJP managed to win the Chairman's post; BJP also won Dooni by a single vote.
Key Questions Answered
Congress young leader Mayank Goyal was elected as the Chairman of the Tonk Municipal Council after the party secured a majority with 32 councilors and support from 6 independent councilors, totaling 38 votes.
Out of the 8 municipalities in the district where chairman election results were declared, the BJP successfully formed its boards in 7 bodies.
Congress candidate Naresh Gurjar won the election for the Chairman post in Uniara Municipality by receiving 12 votes against BJP opponent Abhay Singh who secured 8 votes.
