Maharashtra CM Warns Newly Elected BJP Councillors Against Arrogance

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has issued a warning to newly elected BJP councillors, stressing the importance of humility and transparency. Following a decisive victory over the NCP in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, he highlighted the public's endorsement of Prime Minister Modi's development agenda. Fadnavis acknowledged the hard work of party workers and emphasized the responsibility that comes with their success, urging councillors to meet the high expectations of the electorate. This victory, he noted, could secure their position for the next 25 years if they uphold the trust placed in them.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 18, 2026, 08:28 IST

Warning to BJP Councillors

On Saturday, Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis issued a stern warning to the newly elected councillors of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), emphasizing that arrogance and a lack of transparency would not be tolerated. He urged the new councillors not to perceive the municipal corporation as a platform for 'commission business.'

BJP's Victory in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad

The BJP achieved a significant victory in the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections, decisively defeating the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Ajit Pawar and other parties.

Historic Success in Municipal Elections

Addressing the newly elected councillors, Fadnavis noted that no other party has experienced such success in Pune's municipal elections over the past 30 to 35 years.

Public Endorsement of Development Agenda

He stated, 'In a way, the people of Pune have endorsed our Prime Minister Modi's development agenda. The entire city stands firmly behind this agenda, providing us with a clear mandate.'

Acknowledgment of Party Workers

The Chief Minister remarked that the media had portrayed the competition as extremely tough, leading to the perception that the battle would be very close. However, he congratulated the party workers in Pune for turning this challenging contest into a one-sided victory.

Responsibility Accompanies Victory

Fadnavis emphasized that this victory brings with it a sense of responsibility and reflects the high expectations of the public. He concluded by stating, 'If we live up to this trust, our position will remain unchallenged for the next 25 years.'