The Porbandar Municipal Election 2026 is currently the primary political focus in the city. The Gujarat State Election Commission recently finalized the ward boundaries and seat reservations, setting the stage for a high-stakes local battle.
Election Breakdown: Wards and Seats
As shown in the news image, the administrative structure of the Porbandar Municipal Corporation (PMC) has been updated based on the latest population data:
- Total Wards: 13
- Total Seats: 52
- Women’s Reservation: 26 seats (50%) are reserved for women across all wards to ensure gender parity in local governance.
- Category-wise Breakdown:
- OBC: 14 seats (7 reserved for women).
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 3 seats (1 reserved for women).
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 1 seat.
Key Political Demands & Trends
- EWS Reservation Push: There is a significant movement from local community leaders and various political wings demanding the implementation of a 10% reservation for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) in these local body polls.
- Infrastructure as a Campaign Tool: The ruling party is highlighting the ₹180 crore drainage and sewage projects fast-tracked by Cabinet Minister Arjun Modhwadia. Meanwhile, the opposition is focusing on urban sanitation issues, specifically near the Kirti Mandir area.
- Voter Outreach: Parties have begun “Jan Sampark” (public contact) programs. With the 50% reservation for women, there is a surge in new female leadership being promoted at the ward level.