Archive · 16 Jan 2026
ECI Issues Notice to Ex-Mumbai Mayor Over False Nomination Complaint
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has sent a notice to Kishori Pednekar, a former Mumbai mayor and current Shiv Sena candidate, asking her to respond to a complaint.
The complaint was filed by Kirit Somaiya, a BJP leader, who alleges that Pednekar did not disclose two FIRs against her in her nomination papers.
These FIRs are related to a body bag scam and a Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) matter.
Somaiya also claims that another FIR against a company linked to Pednekar was not disclosed.
The ECI is investigating these allegations, and Somaiya is set to provide a sworn affidavit to support his claims.
Meanwhile, the Shinde-led Shiv Sena has moved the Bombay High Court to challenge Pednekar's nomination, alleging suppression of information about criminal cases.
The court has decided to review the matter after the elections.
In the previous BMC elections in 2017, Pednekar won Ward 199 with a significant margin.
ECI issued notice to Kishori Pednekar over allegations of false nomination affidavit.
Kirit Somaiya alleges Pednekar did not disclose two FIRs and a company-linked FIR in her affidavit.
Somaiya filed a complaint with the G South ward returning officer, demanding cancellation of Pednekar's candidature.
Shiv Sena moved the Bombay High Court to challenge Pednekar's nomination, alleging suppression of criminal case information.
Bombay High Court declined expedited hearing, scheduling review for post-election.
- Who
- Kishori Pednekar (ex-Mumbai mayor and Shiv Sena candidate), Kirit Somaiya (BJP leader)
- What
- ECI issued notice to Pednekar over allegations of false nomination affidavit
- When
- Recent, with upcoming BMC elections
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- Allegations of nondisclosure of FIRs and potential violation of election norms
- Candidate
- Kishori Pednekar
- Complainant
- Kirit Somaiya
- Allegations
- False or misleading affidavit, nondisclosure of FIRs
- FIRs Alleged
- Body bag scam, Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) matter, company linked to Pednekar
- Legal Action
- ECI notice, BJP complaint, Shiv Sena HC plea
- Previous Election
- 2017 BMC Ward 199
- Previous Winner
- Kishori Pednekar (Shivsena)
- Votes Secured
- 11229
- Victory Margin
- 5773 votes
Sources
BMC Ward 199 Election Result 2026: Winner, Votes, Margin & Counting Update
'False' Nomination Form: ECI Issues Notice, Asks Ex-Mumbai Mayor Pednekar To Respond Promptly To Complaint Filed By Kirit Somaiya
