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LIVE: Panchayat by-poll counting updates from across the district

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Published: 19 Oct 2026, 05:13 PM · 1 min read

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06:23 PM

Ward 4 result is in. The winning candidate thanked voters and said development of local roads will be the first priority.

05:48 PM

Early trends show a close contest in three wards. Officials expect first results by noon.

05:18 PM

Counting of votes started at 8 AM at all centres. Postal ballots are being counted first.

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Ananya Kulkarni Senior Political Correspondent

Ananya has covered state and national politics for over a decade, with a focus on elections, governance and policy.