The Times of India

BJPs Ritu Tawde assumes Mumbai mayor charge; Sanjay Ghadi named her deputy as Mahayuti seals BMC power

In a significant political shift, Mumbai has appointed Ritu Tawde from the BJP as its new Mayor, with Sanjay Ghadi from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena stepping in as Deputy Mayor. This pivotal moment ends a near four-year period of administration rule after the BMC elections on January 15, 2026.