Archive · 17 Jan 2026
BJP Wins BMC Elections Amid Mixed Reactions
The BJP won the BMC elections in Mumbai.
Tejasvi Surya, a BJP MP, celebrated this victory by calling it a 'rasmalai' victory, which means a sweet win.
People on social media had different reactions.
Some were happy and congratulated the BJP, while others were critical and questioned the fairness of the elections.
Some people also asked about what the BJP has done for their areas and if they will expand to other parts of India.
Raj Thackeray from MNS said the elections were tough and promised to keep fighting for the Marathi people.
The 'rasmalai' metaphor was used in different ways, showing how people feel about the victory.
BJP won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections in Mumbai.
Tejasvi Surya celebrated the victory by calling it a 'rasmalai' victory.
Social media reactions were mixed, with both support and criticism.
Critics raised concerns about the electoral process and governance.
Raj Thackeray acknowledged the tough fight and vowed to continue his fight for the Marathi people.
- Who
- BJP, Tejasvi Surya, Raj Thackeray, social media users
- What
- BJP's victory in BMC elections and social media reactions
- When
- January 16, 2026
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To celebrate the victory and discuss its implications
- Event
- BJP's victory in BMC elections
- Celebratory Post
- Tejasvi Surya's tweet about 'rasmalai' victory
- Reactions
- Mixed reactions on social media
- Criticism
- Questions about governance and electoral process
- Support
- BJP supporters see it as a mandate
- Leadership Questions
- Challenges to Tejasvi Surya's performance
- Future Hopes
- Expansion in southern India
- Raj Thackeray's Statement
- Vowed to continue fight for Marathi people
- MNS Performance
- Did not achieve expected success
Sources
BMC Elections 2026 Results: BJP’s ‘Rasmalai’ Victory Sparks Cheers, Jibes And Questions On Social Media
When Reunions Backfire: How Political Patch-Ups Hurt The Thackerays And Pawars In BMC Polls
'Will Analyse What Went Wrong': Raj Thackeray Calls BMC Polls 'Not An Easy Fight' After Debacle
