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How will a reservation lottery decide Mumbai's mayor?
short by Aradhana / on Monday, 19 January, 2026
Mumbai will not get a mayor immediately as the post is subject to a reservation lottery. Under the law, the mayor’s position is reserved on a rotational basis for SC, ST, OBC and women. It's decided through a draw of lots by the Urban Development Department. Only after the category is officially announced can the mayoral election process begin.
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